Oh Wow!

Hart Plaza was added to Your Favorites!

Hart Plaza - Photo 1
Request Stamp

Hart Plaza

Detroit, Michigan

Claim this place to tell your story your way.

Explorer Photos

Audio Stories

🏛️

Oh Wow! Origin

The fascinating backstory

🎭

Culture Moment

The cultural significance

🔍

Hidden Moment

Secrets and lesser-known facts

📸

Best Photo Spots

Perfect photo opportunities

💭

Wow Thought

Reflections & inspirational aspects

Fun Facts

Hart Plaza is named after Philip A. Hart, a U.S. Senator from Michigan who was known for his work on civil rights legislation.

The Movement Electronic Music Festival, one of the world's largest electronic music festivals, takes place annually at Hart Plaza.

The Horace E. Dodge and Son Memorial Fountain, designed by Isamu Noguchi, is a centerpiece of Hart Plaza and is known for its futuristic design.

Throughout the year, Hart Plaza hosts various cultural festivals, including the Detroit International Jazz Festival and the African World Festival.

Hart Plaza is situated on the Detroit River, which has been a significant waterway for trade and transportation since the 18th century.

The plaza features several public art installations, including the Transcending monument, which commemorates Michigan's labor movement.

The plaza was designed by architect Eero Saarinen, who is also known for designing the Gateway Arch in St. Louis.

From Hart Plaza, visitors can enjoy views of Windsor, Ontario, Canada, located just across the Detroit River.

Nearby places to explore

Swipe to explore more places