Michigan Central is a hub in Detroit dedicated to advancing new tech, ideas and programs for greater social, economic, and physical mobility.
Detroit, Michigan
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How can art and technology help us imagine more shared, responsive futures? Join Michigan Central Art and @newlab on Nov. 5 for a conversation with 2026 Art + Technology Fellows Maro Kariya, Cyrah Dardas, and Osman Khan, moderated by @newinc’s Salome Asega.
RSVP here: bit.ly/475qkRj
ALT This image is a promotional poster for an event titled "Art + Technology: In Practice." It features information about a panel with Creative Residency Fellows Cyrah Dardas, Maro Kariya, and Osman Khan, moderated by Salome Asega from NEW INC. The event is on November 5, 2026, with refreshments at 5:30 PM and the panel at 6:30 PM. Logos for Knight Foundation, Michigan Central Art, and Newlab are included. The poster has grayscale portraits of the participants.
Applications are now open for the 2027 Michigan Central Art x Newlab Creative Residency. Artists, designers, researchers, and makers are invited to explore bold ideas across Art & Tech and Art & Health. Fellows will receive a $30,000 award and access to state-of-the-art resources. Apply by Oct. 30:michigancentral.com/michigan… @newlab @henryfordhealth @knightfdn
Introducing the 2026 Michigan Central x Newlab Fellows-in-Residence, whose work expands how we think about care, systems, technology, identity, and place. Through this residency, we’re supporting creative practitioners with the time, resources, and networks to develop ambitious work in Detroit. Meet the fellows: Sabrina Nelson, Chloe Pascal Crawford, Osman Khan, Cyrah Dardas, and Maro Kariya. Learn more: bit.ly/4frEXC8
Air, land, and sea… Detroit is the ultimate playground for building and testing all types of new mobility.
It’s not just about having a big vision, it’s about having the physical assets, connected networks, and dual-use supply chains to successfully execute.
Find out why Detroit is positioned to lead the future of drone and uncrewed tech development at bit.ly/4uDiBn2
Detroit. We’re not just building the next big thing, we’re building it together.
The collaborative flywheels are what makes our startup ecosystem so unique. When one startup succeeds, the entire community wins, making it easier to attract world-class talent, investment, and big ideas.
Let us know what it is you think that makes the Detroit startup community so special, and catch the full roundtable discussion at bit.ly/4xhj54J
Built Here. Hired Here. Scaled Here.
Up to $10K per hire to fund the training your next team member needs.
For SE Michigan founders building in tech, robotics, health, energy + mobility.
Michigan Central Talent Innovation Training Fund in partnership with Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation
Apply by July 17: hubs.li/Q04kTNXV0
Less than 1% of the world’s drones are built in the US… But Michigan Central and Detroit-based Birdstop are on a mission to change that.
Detroit has always been the engine of the automotive industry, and now we’re leveraging that same expertise to make it the drone capital of the world.
To find out how, watch the full roundtable discussion here: youtu.be/DLdvdq0TLko
Detroit built the future. Now build yours.
Join us at Newlab at Michigan Central for Career Development Day. Free headshots, resume support, and workshops with LinkedIn + UMCI.
May 22 | 12–3 PM
Register here: bit.ly/49e73yt
Today, the Michigan Central ecosystem grows stronger.
We’re welcoming hundreds of innovators to The Mezz, our new 17,000 sq ft workspace inside Michigan Central Station.
Startups, VCs, and industry leaders working side by side to move ideas forward.
Now open. Still accepting applications: hubs.li/Q04cMQy80
Big news: Applications for the 2026 Creative Residency at Michigan Central Art and @Newlab Detroit are now open!
We’re selecting 4 fellows to work at the intersection of art, tech, health, and civic innovation.
Everything you need to know:
This year's features two fellowship tracks:
Art + Technology, funded by @knightfdn
Art + Health, in partnership with @henryfordhealth
Each fellow receives a $30,000 unrestricted award, mentorship, and full fabrication access.
Key Dates:
Apps open: April 13 – May 10
Virtual Open House: April 30 (6:30 PM EST)
Don't miss your chance to build inside a world-class innovation ecosystem.
Apply here: bit.ly/4c4qeN7
The Science of Speed hits January 23-25 🏁
In partnership with @michiganstateu, explore the vehicle engineering and the human machine behind elite motorsports. From the Spartan Motorsport Performance Lab to MSU vehicles on display including the Indy Autonomous Challenge car, this weekend puts innovation front and center.
A must-see weekend for future innovators, motorsport fans, and curious minds. Plan your visit to Race Days at Michigan Central here: bit.ly/4qAgUFB
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Think the action starts at the door? For the 2026 Season Launch, the fun begins on the front lawn.
We're hosting an Outdoor Fan Fest at Roosevelt Park on January 14th and 15th. Get your name on the list here: form.jotform.com/26007581231…
(RSVP required to attend)
Innovation meets the fast lane. 🏁
Race Days takes over The Station at Michigan Central January 18–30, 2026.
Two weeks of motorsports, innovation, and Detroit legacy.
Mark your calendars! Details coming soon.
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And that's a wrap!!!! 🥲🥹🤩🎁
The inaugural cohort of the Michigan Mobility Fellows ended yesterday, but the work we’re doing in Michigan ✋🏾 (and the world) is just starting.
Thank you so much @CEDAMinfo @MichiganCentral @waynestate @MEDC @CityofDetroit @GovWhitmer @RanjeevPuri
Creativity comes to life at #WinterAtTheStation2025 🎨
Our motion-activated LED coloring wall lets kids (and adults!) bring a giant mural of The Station to life with just a wave of the hand – blending art, innovation, and holiday magic.
Plan your visit at bit.ly/47pnJTl
Michigan Central brings leaders and innovators together into one network working side-by-side to shape the future. There are over 2,000 people and 240 companies here, and today we’re spotlighting some of their recent impact and sharing how you can join the network. bit.ly/3JnJucR
