About this city
Also known as: The Chemical City
Midland is a globally influential corporate stronghold and highly progressive technological metropolis situated flatly along the Tittabawassee River in central Michigan. Founded in the late 19th century as a quiet lumber camp, the city's destiny was permanently transformed in 1897 when brilliant chemist Herbert H. Dow founded Dow Chemical here. Today, Midland serves as the global international headquarters for multi-billion dollar materials science empires, beautifully pairing heavy petrochemical industry power with visionary mid-century modern residential architecture and pristine public botanical installations.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Walk high above the forest floor along the nation's longest canopy walk at Dow Gardens, view striking modern residential gems designed by Alden B. Dow, and cross the geometric Tridge pedestrian bridge.
