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A perfect mix of historic and hip, downtown Rochester attracts both local residents and visitors from across the state of Michigan. Downtown Rochester is home to more than 350 shops, salons, restaurants and professional service businesses; 85% of which are independent merchants. Downtown Rochester’s natural beauty is attributed to the waterways that surround the city and the abundant green space that three parks and two winding trails offer.
A National Historic Landmark, Meadow Brook is the historic home built by one of the automotive aristocracy's most remarkable women, Matilda Dodge Wilson, widow of automobile pioneer John Dodge, and her second husband, lumber broker Alfred Wilson. Constructed between 1926 and 1929, for $4 million, Meadow Brook represents one of the finest examples of Tudor-revival architecture in America. Tours are offered daily. Holi-Days and Nights at the Great Estate: November 26 – December 30, 2021 Pairing indoor sights with outdoor lights, Meadow Brook is Michigan’s most dazzling holiday destination. Our two unforgettable holiday events will delight families, couples and people of all ages. By day, our beloved annual HOLIDAY WALK transports visitors through the historic mansion decked in shimmering splendor, while WINTER WONDER LIGHTS transforms the estate at night into a breathtaking light show featuring music, concessions and magic.
Somerset Collection is an upscale, luxury, super-regional shopping mall, located in Metro Detroit, in Troy, Michigan with more than 180 specialty stores. You can shop department stores such as Nordstrom, Macy's, Neiman Marcus, and Saks Fifth Avenue. Or window shop at luxury stores such as Louis Vuitton, Burberry, and Gucci.
The Peppertree is a family owned and operated upscale fashion boutique located in beautiful, historic downtown Rochester.
Established in 1986, LeConte has been a fixture within the Rochester area, providing the best in customer service, quality, and style. From Southern Tide and Peter Millar to high end designers, LeConte's carries everything from casual sportswear to tuxedos.
Exclusive gifts and unique home decor items characterize this upscale and whimsical shop! Quaintness defined by a nostalgic atmosphere is what you will find as soon as you enter this turn of the century building.
A whimsical gift gallery filled with goodies to brighten your day like handmade goods by local artists, handbags, accessories, seasonal decor, bath & body, baby gifts, wedding frames, girls & boys toys, kitchen goods and personalized signs & frames too.
Located in the heart of downtown Rochester, Rochester Brunch House Pride's itself on one of a kind recipes, great atmosphere and exceptional service. Pro Tip: Order the Blueberry Lemon Poppy Seed Pancakes or the Brunch Burger!
Family owned and operated restaurant serving local seafood and pasta in the Rochester area since 1988. Throughout the last 30 years, Kruse & Muer has added more tables and grown not only in sales but also in size and locations. The Rochester Chop House is owned by the same family and is located in downtown Rochester, Michigan, between Third and Fourth streets.
Too Ra Loo celebrates their deep love for food and drink. Dedicated to Italian influences and inventive fare, our ever changing beer offerings are curated and sourced with passion for both food and craft beer. Located in downtown Rochester, TooRaLoo offers a 33 seat bar and ample dining room seating. Their nano windows provide an open air feel throughout the venue. Open daily at 4pm and have over 80 rotating beers on tap. At TooRaLoo everything on the menu is made from scratch. They use the best local and organic ingredients wherever possible. They bake their our own buns, make dressing and sauces in house. They grind their our own angus for burgers, smoke their our own meats and even Infuse their our liquors. HEMMINGWAY ROOM Rochester’s new original craft cocktail bar Inspired by great writers, thinkers and creatives alike. Hemmingway Room is an upscale lounge that strives to elevate craft drinks and service in the area.
Rochester's authentic Irish Pub - O'Connor's was designed and built by the Prairie Pub Company, one of only five Guinness approved authentic Irish pub builders in the world. The finished pub was shipped to the States and reassembled in the historical downtown district of Rochester Michigan. Stop by and enjoy some of the of history in this Irish pub. Some particular items to take special notice of are the floor located in the main bar area dating back more than 140 years, also the the stone wall separating the dinning.
“One of the world’s coolest museums” — The New York Times The Henry Ford is Michigan’s premier multivenue cultural destination with three must-see attractions: Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, Greenfield Village and the Ford Rouge Factory Tour. At The Henry Ford, you'll experience the history of America — its inventions, people, culture and can-do spirit — and hundreds of interactive ways to explore it, enjoy it and be inspired by it. Park at The Henry Ford’s Welcome Center to visit and buy tickets for all three venues for three hours or three days of experiences.
Experience the Original Model T Factory Visiting the Piquette Avenue Ford Plant is a unique experience-it's the oldest auto plant open to the public anywhere in the world. Almost unchanged since Henry Ford's day, the plant is a three-story New England-style mill building. Each floor is divided into sections by the original metal fire doors, complete with the shadows of Henry Ford's "Positively NO Smoking" stencils. The old plank floors are worn from the 12,000 Model Ts built on them, so wear appropriate shoes for your visit. The plant is on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a designated National Historic Landmark and a Michigan State Historic Site. Walk the worn wood floors and touch the brick walls where Henry Ford and his team of automotive pioneers developed the car that led to an automotive and social revolution. See a selection of rare Detroit-built cars from the first decade of the 20th century and learn their fates.
This old Detroit home belies the greatness that was born here: the Motown Sound. But one step inside Hitsville, USA, the original house where Berry Gordy lived and recorded the Motown hits, and you'll catch the beat and spirit of this booming music era. Photos, costumes, artwork, music and other memorabilia take you back to simpler times.