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Detroit, Michigan
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The Cadillac Convoy is named in honor of Antoine Laumet de La Mothe, sieur de Cadillac, the French explorer who founded Detroit in 1701.
Detroit is home to over 200 parks, offering a mix of urban and natural landscapes, including the popular Belle Isle Park, which spans 982 acres.
Detroit earned the nickname 'Motor City' because it was the birthplace of the modern automotive industry, with companies like Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler originating there.
Detroit boasts a rich architectural history, with landmarks like the Guardian Building, an Art Deco skyscraper completed in 1929, often referred to as a 'Cathedral of Finance.'
Detroit is the birthplace of Motown Records, founded by Berry Gordy in 1959, which launched the careers of legendary artists like Stevie Wonder and Diana Ross.
Detroit was a critical stop on the Underground Railroad, providing a gateway to freedom for many enslaved people escaping to Canada.
Detroit is one of the few cities in the United States to have teams in all four major sports leagues: the Tigers (MLB), Lions (NFL), Pistons (NBA), and Red Wings (NHL).
The Detroit River is a vital waterway that supports diverse wildlife and is part of the only international wildlife refuge in North America, shared with Canada.
