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Ford River Rouge Complex

Ford River Rouge Complex is a historic place in Dearborn, Wayne County, Michigan, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on June 2, 1978, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 78001516.

Dearborn, Wayne County, MichiganListed June 2, 1978NRIS #78001516★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Ford River Rouge Complex?

The Ford River Rouge complex is a Ford Motor Company automobile factory complex located in Dearborn, Michigan, United States, along the River Rouge, upstream from its confluence with the Detroit River at Zug Island. Completed in 1928, it was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1978.

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Listing details

Name
Ford River Rouge Complex
City
Dearborn
County
Wayne County
State
Michigan
Listed on the National Register
June 2, 1978
NRIS reference number
78001516
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
42.30520, -83.16270
When was Ford River Rouge Complex listed on the National Register?

Ford River Rouge Complex was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 2, 1978.

Where is Ford River Rouge Complex located?

Ford River Rouge Complex is located in Dearborn, Wayne County, Michigan at approximately 42.30520, -83.16270. See the map above.

Is Ford River Rouge Complex a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Ford River Rouge Complex is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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