Overview                                

Since its first run in August 1987, the Detroit People Mover has been a major source of transportation for people located in the Central Business District. Covering 2.9 mites in 15 minutes, the People Mover is an elevated computerized rail transit system stopping at 13 stations throughout downtown Detroit. It links the city’s major office buildings, hotels, restaurants, Cobo Conference/Exhibition Center, and shopping districts.

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Cost per ride is 50 cents. Exact change or a purchased token is required. Half fare tokens are available for the elderly, disabled and Medicare cardholders. The People Mover System is 100% accessible to elderly and disabled persons. System hours are Mon.-Thu. 7 am-ll pm; Fri. 7 am-midnight; Sat. 9am- midnight; Sun. noon-8 pm. Call 313/962-RAIL or 313-224-2160 for more information.


More than two million dollars worth of artwork debuted in August 1987 when the Detroit People Mover opened, with each piece reflecting the character of the neighborhood where the station is located. Regional, national, and international artists were invited to create proposals for each station, with tile, mosaic, and other durable materials given preference. Four of the pieces were handcrafted at Pewabic Pottery, Detroit’s historic ceramics studio. People Mover riders can view the majority of the artwork from the trains.

 

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