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The Motor City – is a city built by cars. Events like the North American International Auto Show, the Grand Prix and the Woodward Dream Cruise showcase Detroit’s love of cars. But Detroit has far more than just cars to offer. The range of cultural options in Detroit is incredibly comprehensive, encompassing everything from maritime history to modern art. Within just a few blocks are the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Science Center, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Detroit Historical Museum, and the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit. Detroit is also the birthplace of Motown, and has a rich music scene today. Detroit is a sports town with a tendency to have champion teams. The Tigers, Lions, Red Wings, Pistons, and Shock (WNBA) have all won championship titles, holding up Detroit’s other nickname of the Championship City. Population: 870,000 |
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