Built on the automotive industry that revolutionized the nation, Flint, Michigan is an industrial town that still has many unique and interesting tourist opportunities. This urban city was once a settling ground for many ancient Indian tribes and it was also the place that helped to shape the culture of Michigan and the Midwest as a whole. Since it was the hub of the auto industry in its beginning stages, it was also the site for the first-ever sit-down strike in the 1930s. With Buick and General Motors making their home here at one time, Flint was also the place where labor unions were formed. Today, Flint still stands as an industrial community that has seen its ups and downs. It is currently on an upswing in its economy and tourism due to recent national attention. It is an enjoyable town where you will feel welcome at every person that you meet.
