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This colorful and vibrant pictorial map titled Discover Detroit from 1985 is a whimsical representation of Detroit’s urban landscape.
The map features exaggerated artistic illustrations of the city’s landmarks, infrastructure, and businesses. It highlights major sites such as the Renaissance Center, the Ambassador Bridge, and Greektown, as well as cultural and entertainment venues like stadiums and theaters. The map captures Detroit’s energy and connectivity through the inclusion of highways, waterways, and community life, with cartoon figures engaging in everyday activities like boating, shopping, and driving.
The map is also a showcase for numerous local advertisers, reflecting the commercial and cultural fabric of 1980s Detroit. The Detroit Free Press is prominently featured, with several billboards and logos scattered across the map. Similarly, the radio station Z95.5 has significant representation, with its branding appearing prominently in multiple locations. The Detroit Medical Center is another notable presence, emphasizing its importance as a city institution, alongside advertisements for local businesses such as Legal Consultants and Rocky Lots, a parking-related service.
Other advertisers add to the lively commercial depiction of the city. Pine Knob, a popular entertainment venue, appears with its distinct signage, while WXYZ News (Channel 7) represents Detroit’s media landscape. Companies like Allied Moving and Storage and Alitalia Airlines further enhance the diversity of featured businesses. Cultural organizations like the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and the promotion of Greek Town underline the city’s rich cultural heritage.
