Woodward Avenue (M-1) - Automotive Heritage Trail
Fox Theatre, MI

The elegant Fox Theatre, built in 1928, is the largest surviving "motion picture palace" and has been a venue of American entertainment history, holding the distinction of being the Nation's largest continuously operating theatre. After a year of major restoration in 1987, it reopened in its original splendor. The “Fox” hosts numerous theatrical and musical productions throughout the year.

Designed by C. Howard Crane and built in 1928, the Detroit Fox Theater is the culmination of flamboyant movie palace architectural design. Crane, who had designed over 250 theaters by 1928, considered the Fox his best effort. In its size, ornate decoration and mechanical systems it was the premier example of what a movie palace could be.