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Detroit's Michigan Central Station Reopens as Hub for Innovation

Once a symbol of decay, the historic station now anchors a 30-acre technology campus, driving economic resurgence.

  • Ford invested nearly $1 billion to restore the 1913 landmark, now housing tech startups and innovation projects.
  • The station's reopening features sold-out tours, concerts, and community events, attracting significant public interest.
  • The renovation includes modern amenities while preserving historical elements like marble floors and vaulted ceilings.
  • Plans include employing 1,000 workers by the end of 2024, with a goal of 2,500 by 2028.
  • Detroit's economic revival is marked by new jobs, improved infrastructure, and a growing population for the first time in decades.
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