The Heidelberg Project in Detroit, Michigan

The Heidelberg Project, bearing the name of the street on which it exists, was started in 1986 by Tyree Guyton. He was assisted by his grandfather, Sam (Grandpa) Mackey (deceased), and his former wife, Karen Guyton. Tyree was raised on Heidelberg Street and, at the age of 12, witnessed the tragic effect of the Detroit riots - from which he claims the City of Detroit never recovered. Though once racially integrated, many neighborhoods have become segregated urban ghettos characterized by poverty, abandonment, and despair.

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[TheUbie1]

Heidelberg street is one of the gems of Detroit. This video is great - just about covers all of the project and gives a good idea of how extensive it is. Nice details of one of the cars at the end. Music complements video well.

[DigitalDiva3]

Thank you. It was my first time there and I want to go back. My battery died as I was about to interview one of the collaborators on the project.

[Krazy0Kris]

I never knew this existed until about a year ago. I will be going back soon I hope