The Heidelberg Project is an open-air art environment in the heart of an urban community on Detroit’s East Side. Tyree Guyton, founder and artistic director, uses everyday, discarded objects to create a two block area full of color, symbolism, and intrigue.
3600 Heidelberg St. (S. of Mack btwn Ellery & Mt Elliott) Detroit , MI 48207 United States
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A must see in Detroit. A bit out of the way but worth it. We ran into Tyree but didn't recognize him. He was so friendly and thanked us for visiting the project.
Best to go on a sunny day (fortunately it was sunny today when we went). Check out 'The House that Makes Cents/Sense', and I liked all the vaccumes in the yard. If you have kids and take them, be ca Read more
Walk around the 25 year-old public art project and feel like you've wandered into some sort of bizarre alternate reality -- the kind Tim Burton would've directed.
Urban decay turned into an internationally acclaimed art project . Located on Detroit's eastside,
Experience late stage capitalism.
MIND-BLOWING. a must see if you're in Detroit and have any interest in art .
Go before it's gone!!! A bunch of fun, beautiful, and interactive "junk."
Stop by another Detroit landmark , the GM Renaissance Center, after you enjoy the art of the Heidelberg Project: http://www.gmrencen.com/Home.axis
Quite unique and such a stark view of Detroit urban decay
This spot is very interesting. And you can meet the artist if you have questions.
Great place to visit! Tyree is a wonderful artist ! A must go place!
Amazing! Must see. Go in the house that says open. It's okay....
Tim Burke is a sweet man. Say hi if you get the chance.
When one uses art to gives his view on what has been happening to the city , you get the Heidelberg Project.
Very Interesting Art Project , Very Engrossing
Thomas Rekem has many hobbies and interests and enjoys pursuing them when he isn't working as a web designer.
See this before it's gone. Creative vibes throughout
An outdoor art environment visited by thousands each year-- a true microcosm of the beauty and trials of Detroit
It's definitely worth seeing! There is some strange stuff.
Take a quick tour to see the artifacts and funky things been built
Now more then ever Detroit needs you to save the ART ❤please give this holiday season ????
Funky ! Good daytime activity and it's free.
The art and the artist himself, his creativity and his vision!
Talk to them! We got quite the history lesson... Detroit has had is share if problems.
Created in 1968 by artist Tyree Guyton and his grandfather Sam Mackey.
The view of all the art .
You might see Tyree , so stop to chat with the artist !
This place is worth visiting. Take your camera .
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This place is REALLY worth a visit. Very intriguing and thought provoking.
Rekem has received consistently positive reviews of his work. Read more
Worth checking out-are is not as scary as people say
The most amazing public art I've ever seen.
Great photo ops. Don't forget to stay safe. And watch ur surroundings.
Fun, funky and perhaps a little silly.
Sadly 4 of the 6 houses have been burned down by arsonists
Tough to see, but beautiful.
heartwarming art that triumphs over adversity
see it while it is still here
An interesting attempt to turn trash into art .
A must see.
Transported to another world
Good to see, but that's about it.
Go on a tour with the lovely Jessi K.
Ridiculously cool, open for lots of interpretation Read more
support good cause but poor artistry here
fun. checkout the classroom
I loved it! I'm looking forward to more events like this around the city - Toy Toi
Historic Detroit gifts. Original. Beautiful. Functional. Enduring. Take the tour--see the kilns and the artists at work. - Stephanie
Great place. Check it out on third Thursday of each month. Emerging artist exhibit upstairs and dr sketchy's down. - Kristine Districtvii
Awesome experience walking around! ???? Bert BBQ is delicious! - Duana Speights
Loved the Roman Era art, as well as the Greek pottery. - Ian Coates