Campus Martius

The history of Detroit and Campus Martius is what makes the city so special today. Dating back to the late 18th century, Campus Martius was originally used as a military training ground. Campus Martius can loosely be translated in Latin to "military ground." It was named after a 1980-...

On June 7, residents from around the Detroit area gathered in Campus Martius Park to celebrate the life of the late musical genius and icon, Prince, who passed away on April 21. Many people dressed in purple attire and wore fun outfits to come remember and celebrate the life of their favorite...