This Halloween season, discover a different side of Michigan Central. Shadows of the Station is a special guided tour filled with strange, surprising, and lesser-known stories from the Station’s past. Explore women’s travel and the role of station matrons, hear the story of Detroit’s Polar Bears, and step into the challenges of a city pummeled by the Great Depression.

Along the way, the tour takes a darker turn into Detroit lore and history, from the 1913 fire that destroyed the previous Michigan Central depot and tales of the Nain Rouge (Detroit's omen of destruction and mayhem), to 19th century pandemic stories connected to Roosevelt Park. Guests will also hear about Harry Houdini’s final days in Detroit and his last departure from Michigan Central Station following his death in 1926.

Spooky, but not scary, this is history with a Halloween twist: no jump scares, no haunted-house theatrics, and no claims of paranormal activity. Just fascinating stories, unexpected history, and one of Detroit’s most goosebump inducing, and extraordinary landmarks.

Please be aware that the station is an active construction site. Guests may encounter noise, dust, and limited access to certain areas. Routes may vary without notice.

Public Tours depart from the Graffiti Foyer, which is accessible on the east side of the station via The Triangle. The easiest way to get to the Graffiti Foyer is off 15th Street to the east of The Station. The Graffiti Foyer is situated just south of the East Entrance, along the same exterior wall of The Station. Directional signs are in place to guide tour guests.