Michigan Central on Tuesday unveiled plans for the grand reopening of the historic Michigan Central Station in Detroit’s Corktown neighborhood, revealing a star-studded opening night concert and a 10-day open house.
During a presentation to the Detroit City Council to secure permits, Michigan Central CEO Josh Sirefman detailed the “Open Live” concert slated for June 6, which will be streamed globally from the Roosevelt Park location just north of the iconic train station. The free event will welcome 15,000 attendees with pre-registration required, offering a 90-minute concert headlined by yet-to-be-announced entertainment.
A pre-concert reception will also be hosted for supporters leading an effort to raise $10 million for permanent endowments to benefit 10 youth-serving nonprofits in Detroit. The initiative is led by Ford Motor Co. Executive Chairman Bill Ford and his wife, Lisa, in partnership with The Children’s Foundation.
From June 7-16, Michigan Central will host an open house to welcome up to 60,000 visitors, offering a glimpse into the meticulously restored 1913 structure. Additional tours will be available every Friday and Saturday through August 31 with pre-registration. These events aim to celebrate the building’s restoration and showcase its transformation. Michigan Central is coordinating with city officials, including the mayor’s office, police and fire departments, and a private security consulting firm to ensure a safe experience, drawing on insights from Detroit’s recent hosting of the NFL Draft.
Complimentary parking will be available at the nearby Bagley Mobility Club structure, and a shuttle service will be provided for ease of access. To support local businesses, Michigan Central will include them in the festivities, offering promotional materials and giveaways.
Michigan Central’s permit request to host the “Michigan Central OPEN” events is currently under committee review, awaiting a full council decision on May 7. If approved, the organization will release full details, including participation guidelines for the community, shortly afterward.
The station’s reopening follows a $950 million redevelopment led by Ford Motor Co., which acquired the building from the Moroun family for $90 million in 2018. Stay updated on michigancentral.com for more details about the event series as Detroit prepares to celebrate the revival of this historic landmark.
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