The Spirit of Detroit

One of Detroit’s most iconic landmarks! The big green statue sits right in front of the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center, and it’s free to visit. Perfect photo spot and right across the street from the Joe Louis “Fist,” so you can see both at once. What makes it even better is the vibe at Spirit Plaza right outside — today (Monday) there were food trucks lined up and a DJ spinning music, giving the whole plaza a fun block-party feel. Great place to grab a bite, relax, and soak in the energy of downtown. 📸 Perfect for pictures 🚶 Easy to reach on foot from downtown 🚗 Parking nearby (Ford Underground Garage is cheap & close) A quick stop that really captures the spirit of the city.

One of a number of things to see on our road trip, this was a challenge to find parking, but absolutely worth it. The biblical verse adds significant meaning. Nice area downtown Detroit.

This statue made me feel his power and dignity. Definitely a great photo spot. However, a black guy shouted at us “Asian welcome to America” several times. That was not “the spirit of Detroit”. That was racism. Racism should not exist in front of this amazing statue.

This iconic bronze figure, holding a glowing orb in one hand and a family group in the other, beautifully

This muscular man near the Detroit River is the Spirit of Detroit. It is cast bronze with a green patina that could be copper but isn't. He's 26 feet tall and was dedicated in 1958. At the time, it was the largest cast bronze statue since the Renaissance. In his left hand, he's holding a gilded sphere radiating rays, symbolizing divinity. In his right hand, a family, representing human relationships. Behind him, the marble wall is a quote from 2 Corinthians 3:17, "Now the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty." He seems to get a few people posing in front of him, mimicking his style and pose. I opted not to do that and waited to get clear pictures.

I love downtown Detroit, it's always something going on!!!

A nice statue that actually has a place on the attraction map of Detroit. It is photogenic, has a great location and people pass by quite often.

Fantastic sight to see. Very large statue. During hockey season, they dress this status with RedWings clothes. Cool. Every year they update/paint this statue. I've never seen it vandalized. Impressive. There are lights at night too. Highly Recommended!