Relic of Detroit’s booming 1920s imploded to make way for Red Wings arena
The 13-story Hotel Park Avenue, a one-time lavish attraction from the booming 1920s that later became a rehab center for drug addicts, was imploded Saturday morning.
Demolition begins at Historic Hotel Park Avenue to make way for Red Wings arena
The demolition comes after a controversial vote by the city’s Historic District Commission.
Historic commission approves controversial demo of Hotel Park Avenue
The vote comes after intense pressure from Mayor Mike Duggan, who denied playing a role.
Mayor Duggan lies about role in Hotel Park Avenue demo; vote is Wednesday night
It’s an odd position for Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan: He may not get his way.
Red Wings arena crew digs up foundation of historic hotel without demo approval
A crew working on the new Red Wings arena has begun to dig up the historic Hotel Park Avenue hotel even though demolition has not been approved.
Hotel Park Avenue faces demo after council approves Red Wings arena plans
The Red Wings want to replace the historic 91-year-old building with a loading dock.
Rare glimpse inside vacant Hotel Park Avenue before expected demo
The end appears to be approaching for the historic building to make way for the new Red Wings arena and entertainment district.
Red Wings arena site goes silent 3 months after groundbreaking
Small piles of garbage are all that’s left on the arena site after crews removed fencing, lighting and other materials.