Birmingham Attractions
Posted by Melanie on June 7, 2009
Birmingham, Michigan is a small town with a lot to offer. It is a suburb of mega-city Detroit, Michigan, and residents enjoy a short commute to the big city. Birmingham is rich in history, as it was originally founded by Native Americans and still offers many Native American cultural attractions. Americans settled the area in the early 19th century, however, and these also offer many historic monuments and a glimpse into the rich history of the state of Michigan.
Although the history of the area is important, it is not nearly the attraction that the downtown offers. People from any walk of life can enjoy the famed downtown area of Birmingham, with its many shops and boutiques offering almost anything imaginable. Many celebrities choose Birmingham for this reason, staying in the many hotels and enjoying the fine dining opportunities in the area as well. Notable Birmingham residents past and present include actor/director Tim Allen, actor Bruce Campbell, NBC’s “To Catch a Predator” host Chris Hansen, director Sam Raimi, actor David Spade, and baseball legend Miguel Cabrera.
Top designers and toy shops make the area attractive to families with children of any age, and singles or couples can take advantage of the trendy shops and boutiques. Upper-echelon names such as Adventures in Toys and Caruso are available here for those who know where to look, a definite magnet for children and teens.
Shopping is not the only thing that residents clamor for. The beautiful homes and neighborhoods in the area are full of people looking for permanent homes but needing short-term housing in the interim. Corporate housing is the solution to this problem, and Birmingham offers this unique opportunity. These fully furnished homes are spacious and beautiful, offering many luxury amenities at cost-effective rates. The leases are typically flexible, meaning that when a permanent home is found, the family can move in quickly and without hassle, the biggest advantage that Birmingham can offer.