Woodward Avenue (M-1) - Automotive Heritage Trail
General Motors Global Headquarters and Renaissance Center, MI
The Renaissance Center was Michigan's largest private construction project when built in the 1970s. Spearheaded by auto magnate Henry Ford II, the $340-million complex consists of a 73-story hotel surrounded by four 39-story towers. Over 20,000 artifacts from the early 19th century were unearthed at the time of construction and are now retained by the Detroit Historical Museum.
GM World Headquarters
General Motors Global Headquarters is the corporate offices of one of the three major American automobile companies. Tour the building to learn General Motors history. The building also houses a display of past, present, and future GM products.
Photo Credits
- © 1998 Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau. Courtesy of Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau
Quick Facts
- Location:
On the block formed by E. Jefferson Ave. (Chrysler Freeway), Beaubien St., Atwater St., and Renaissance Dr. at the riverfront in downtown Detroit
- N 42.329° W 83.040° [?]
- Hours of Operation:
Various amenities are open at different times. See the website for full details.
Local Information
- GM Renaissance Center:
- Visit the GM Renaissance Center's website to learn more about the building's history, events, and more.
