My City August 2021

MYDOWNTOWN

HiltonGarden Inn

Mural Art

You have to check out some of the more than 150 murals that have been completed on buildings throughout the Flint area. In 2019, Flint Public Art Project (FPAP) started the first phase of their plan to paint 100 new murals in Greater Flint by the end of summer 2020. Since then, artists from all over the world have come to the city and reinforced Flint’s reputation as a haven for artists looking to make an impact.

Need somewhere to stay Downtown while attending an event? Opened in October 2020, the Hilton Garden Inn located (110 W. Kearsley St.) offers 101 guest rooms, five meeting rooms, fitness center, patio bar (Simmer), restaurant (Sauce) andThe Federal Coffee House.The former home of Genesee County Savings Bank offers an impressive display of history and style. Sauce Italian American Kitchen serves home made pasta and pizza including delicacies based on authentic old-world recipes, as well as made-to-order breakfast items. Enjoy hand-crafted cocktails and a farm-to-table appetizer while taking in the view from Simmer Rooftop Lounge. x

While you are attending this summer’s fantastic festivals, take some extra time to explore and discover whatmakes Downtown Flint a happening place to be!

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