Discover Detroit's Historic Point of Origin Marker

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the New Center area, start by heading south on Woodward Avenue. Continue walking for about 1.5 miles. You will pass by various shops and restaurants. Keep an eye on the street signs as you approach the downtown area. Once you reach the intersection of Woodward Avenue and West Grand Boulevard, turn left onto West Grand Boulevard and continue for a short distance until you reach the Point of Origin Marker located near the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Washington Boulevard.

• Public Transport - Bus

  From New Center, locate the nearest bus stop. You can catch the SMART Bus Route 450, which heads towards Downtown Detroit. Board the bus and pay the fare, which is usually around $2.50. Stay on the bus for about 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic. Get off at the stop at Michigan Avenue and Washington Boulevard. From there, it's a short walk to the Point of Origin Marker, which is just a block away.

• Public Transport - QLINE

  Head to the nearest QLINE station, which is located on Woodward Avenue. Purchase a ticket from the vending machine (the cost is $1.50). Board the QLINE tram heading south. Ride the tram for about 15 minutes. Disembark at the Grand Circus Park stop. From there, walk west on Michigan Avenue for a couple of blocks until you reach the Point of Origin Marker, located at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Washington Boulevard.