Five years ago, a vision was laid out for Michigan Central by Bill Ford to create a place where all are invited to develop solutions for society's greatest challenges.

Today, we celebrate that vision coming to life with the official launch of Michigan Central and the opening of Newlab Detroit's headquarters in the restored Book Depository building.

Thank you for joining this exciting occasion to celebrate the restoration of one of Detroit's historic buildings in its new life as a convener of people and center of innovation - all at Michigan Central.