Famous People Who Went Through Michigan Central Station in Detroit
In June, Michigan Central Station will reopen after more than 30 years of vacancy. Built in 1913, the station had trains running in and out of the City of Detroit for nearly 75 years before it closed in 1988.
Ford Motor Company bought the old train station in 2018 after it sat decaying for decades. Ford has been working to rehabilitate the property for the last 5 years as part of the Michigan Central Mobility Innovation District. The company worked closely with the Michigan State Historic Preservation Office and National Park Service to make sure that the building retained its history while being renovated.
In a statement, Michigan Central Station officials said, “We know Detroit and the world are eager to see how we’ve brought Michigan Central Station back to life. We are excited to show you the first glimpse of the station on June 6, 2024, as we celebrate its reopening.”
When it opens back up this summer, the station will reportedly include a coffee shop where drinks are served out of the old ticket windows, small shops, eating areas, spaces for education and an event space. Keep up on more news ahead of the Station reopening at their website here… https://michigancentral.com/
Thousands of travelers made their way through Michigan Central Station when train travel was at its most popular. They included vacationers, military members traveling to and from their station destinations and even some famous folks, including several Presidents of The United States. Check out some of the famous people who visited Michigan Central Station.
Actor Charlie Chaplin
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English film actor and director Charlie Chaplin.
Inventor Thomas Edison
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American inventor and businessman Thomas Edison with an Edison Standard Phonograph.
President Theodore Roosevelt
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Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States, sitting at his desk.
President Herbert Hoover
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Herbert Hoover, 31st President of the United States from 1928 to 1932.
President Harry S. Truman
![Truman Laughing](https://1051thebounce.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2024/02/GettyImages-3289734.jpg)
American statesman Harry S Truman, the 33rd President of the United States of America.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt
![Franklin Roosevelt](https://1051thebounce.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/31/2024/02/GettyImages-3252562.jpg)
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States from 1933-1945.
Artist Frida Kahlo
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Guests view an Immersive Frida Kahlo Exhibit in San Francisco, California. The Mexican artist spent a number of years in Detroit with her husband Diego Rivera.
Artist Diego Rivera
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Painter Diego Rivera. Famous for his murals depicting life and history of the Mexican people, including the Detroit Industry murals at the Detroit Institute of Arts.