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Michael Boettcher

Michael Boettcher is an Urban Planner for Macomb County and a freelance Detroit area tour guide.

Michael Boettcher's Latest Articles

Pure Detroit's flagship store in the Fisher Building
Pure Detroit turns 20: How simply loving Detroit has been the key to this shop’s success

Pure Detroit opened its first shop 20 years ago on Thanksgiving Day. Today, the company that bills itself as "Detroit’s Original Culture Shop" is a collection of six locations in landmark buildings around Detroit selling merchandise and experiences that celebrate the city. 

Annual car show gives Detroit School of Arts students a showcase for their talents

On April 23-24, Detroit School of Arts students will present more than a dozen vintage cars volunteered by their owners, along with a fashion show, musical performances, workshops, and a student art exhibition and auction all related to the cars on display.

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