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🔒 From the Vault: 1973 special on Detroit Renaissance Center

Enjoy Detroit history with ‘Renaissance Center: A Look at Tomorrow’

DETROIT – The Renaissance Center has dominated Detroit’s skyline since its completion in 1977.

The central tower, which is home to the Detroit Marriott hotel, is 73 stories tall, making it an overwhelmingly prominent structure on the riverfront. After more than 40 years, it’s difficult to picture Detroit without it.