Historical Marker

Sixth Street Bridge

Historical marker location:
647 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan
( Marker is at the intersection of 6th Street Northwest and Monroe Avenue Northwest, on the right when traveling east on 6th Street Northwest.)
Marker installed: 1981

Michigan was the birthplace of the American automobile industry. In the early 20th century, automakers such as Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler established headquarters and factories in Michigan, leading to a boom in the state's economy and population. Detroit became known as the "Motor City" and a symbol of American industrial power.