Franklin The Detroit Metro Area Detroit is located on the Detroit River, the waterway that provides a passage from Lake Superior, Lake Huron, and Lake Michigan, all the way to the Atlantic Ocean. The city, originally settled by fur traders in the 17th century because of its strategic position astride the Great Lakes, is rich in history. Northern Michigan, a few hours away by car, is a skiing and snowmobiling paradise in the winter and a watersport enthusiast's heaven in the summer.
Golf is also a popular summer pastime statewide.
Separated from Detroit by the Detroit River, Canada is just a short tunnel or bridge trip away. It offers everything from bargain shopping for English china and Irish crystal to leisurely exploration of the byways and charm of a bygone era in southern Essex County. Detroit is a center of activity for the residents of its suburban areas. Area Attractions Children's Museum Located in the heart of Detroit's University Cultural Center. An educational unit of the Detroit Public Schools.