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Hidden Detroit

Discover 32 Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Detroit, Michigan

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Detroit, Michigan

Legends of the Masonic Temple: An Evening with Atlas Obscura

Spend an evening with Atlas Obscura co-founder Dylan Thuras as we celebrate our favorite hidden wonders around the world in one of Detroit's most awe-inspiring locations.

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Stories About Detroit

Take a book, leave the planet.

Detroit Now Has a TARDIS-Shaped Library

Dr. Who would be proud.
by Eric Grundhauser
June 09, 2017
A section of Woodward Avenue circa 1910.

When Cyclists, Not Drivers, Led the Charge for Better Roads

In the 1800s, American roads were bad.
by Rich Jensen
March 31, 2017