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Why ‘The Strip’ on Belle Isle is a cultural touchstone for DetroitersWhy ‘The Strip’ on Belle Isle is a cultural touchstone for Detroiters

Why ‘The Strip’ on Belle Isle is a cultural touchstone for Detroiters

Don Melson recalls hanging out at “The Strip” like it was yesterday.

5 years ago
Belle Isle crowds raise questions about closing the park, but Detroiters need open spaces more than everBelle Isle crowds raise questions about closing the park, but Detroiters need open spaces more than ever

Belle Isle crowds raise questions about closing the park, but Detroiters need open spaces more than ever

The island is more than a favorite recreation spot -- it's one of the most important Black public spaces in…

5 years ago