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The Westin Southfield Detroit
1500 Town Center
Southfield, MI 48075
The Westin Southfield Detroit is located close to Southfield Town Center, the Detroit Zoo, Twelve Oaks Mall, Oak Park and Lawrence Technological University. The hotel is also near the Henry Ford Museum, Comerica Park, Ford Field and Little Caesars Arena.
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Rate: $116++
Hotel Reservation Cutoff Date: August 23, 2026
Check-in: 3:00pm
Check-out: 12:00pm
Parking: Complimentary Self-Parking for conference attendees booking via the group link
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Detroit, Michigan, nicknamed "Motor City," is famous as the heart of the American auto industry (GM, Ford, Chrysler), a cultural hub for Motown and techno music, and a center of innovation, architecture, and diverse heritage. Situated on the Detroit River, it boasts rich history, from French settlement to industrial boom, and is known for its strong sense of community, unique food (Coney Dogs), professional sports, and ongoing revitalization, offering a blend of industrial legacy and modern vibrancy.
Airport
Transportation to and from DTW is easy, with a wide variety of ground transportation options including:
- Car Rental
- Taxi
- Ride Share Services - Uber and Lyft
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Key Aspects of Detroit:
- Automotive Heritage: Established as the world's auto capital, pioneering the assembly line with Henry Ford; home to "Big Three" automakers (GM, Ford, Chrysler) and sites like the Henry Ford Museum.
- Music & Culture: Birthplace of Motown Records (Hitsville U.S.A.) and techno music, plus a significant jazz and blues scene (Aretha Franklin, Eminem, Jack White).
- Geography: Located on the Detroit River (meaning "strait" in French), forming a unique border where you look south to Canada.
- Innovation: Continues as a center for healthcare, technology, and startups, building on its industrial past.
- Diversity: A rich mix of cultures, reflected in neighborhoods like Greektown and Mexicantown, with large Arab-American, African-American, and Hispanic communities.
- Local Flavors: Known for unique foods, especially the Detroit-style Coney Dog and Faygo soda.
- Landmarks & Sports: Home to the Detroit Institute of Arts, Belle Isle, and four major sports teams (Tigers, Lions, Pistons, Red Wings).
- Urban Landscape: Features historic architecture, the world's first urban freeway (Davison Freeway), and a strong focus on urban revitalization.
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