Post by MotorCities National Heritage Area

For this #ThrowbackThursday, let’s take a look at a masterpiece of American automotive and architectural history: the Packard Proving Grounds. Established in 1927 in Shelby Township, Michigan, this facility was the Packard Motor Car Company's response to the limitations of testing luxury vehicles on Detroit's public streets. Packard spared no expense, investing $1 million to build a world-class testing area. Today, thanks to the dedicated preservation efforts of the Packard Motor Car Foundation, this historic gateway complex stands as a beautifully restored monument to the Golden Age of automotive design. Have you ever visited this Michigan landmark or attended an event at the historic gates? Share your thoughts below! 👇 #AutomotiveHistory #Architecture #HistoricPreservation #ThrowbackThursday #AlbertKahn #MichiganHistory #IndustrialDesign