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About Russell Industrial Center

The Russell Industrial Center, widely known as The Expo Center and affectionately as the Baker Building, is a historic multi-building venue in Detroit that hosts a mix of arts, expos, and special events. Located at 1600 Clay St, Detroit, MI 48211, this versatile space can adapt to a seated configuration for approximately 700 guests or a standing setup for around 1,500, depending on the exact floor plan. Whether you’re staging a gallery opening, a large-scale show, or a one-of-a-kind event, Russell Industrial Center offers a distinctive industrial-chic backdrop with practical access and planning support.

We aim to make ticket buying easy and straightforward. If you’re looking for a reliable place to host or attend an event, we’ve got you covered with clear details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby amenities. Consider this a friendly insider guide—your go-to resource for securing seats and confirming all the essentials for an event at Russell Industrial Center.

Access and location
1600 Clay St, Detroit, MI 48211. The venue comprises multiple buildings linked to a historic industrial campus. It’s commonly referred to by several names—The Expo Center and Baker Building—so you may see listings under any of these terms.

  • Seating and capacity: Flexible layouts support up to ~700 seated or ~1,500 standing, depending on configuration.
  • Parking: On-site parking options available for event attendees.
  • Public transit: DDOT bus routes and nearby QLine streetcar stops provide regional connections; Woodward Avenue offers convenient access.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel St. Regis (≈0.9 miles) and Inn on Ferry Street (≈1.2 miles) offer convenient options for out-of-town guests, with additional partner hotels available in central Detroit.
  • Nearby dining: Local eateries and other options are within a short drive or ride; partner recommendations provide reliable pre- or post-event experiences.
  • Notable usage: The venue has served as a filming location for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and remains a popular site for recurring events like The Dirty Show.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1600 Clay St, Detroit, MI 48211.
  • Venue type: multi-building expo/arts center (also known as The Expo Center; also referred to as the Baker Building).
  • Capacity: up to about 700 seated or 1,500 standing, depending on setup.
  • Transit options: on-site parking; accessible by DDOT buses; nearby QLine streetcar stops and Woodward corridor transit.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel St. Regis (about 0.9 miles); Inn on Ferry Street (about 1.2 miles).
  • Notable hosted events: has served as a filming location for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice; hosts recurring events such as The Dirty Show.