Adaptive Downtown
Plymouth has been around for a while; it was settled in 1825 and a city by 1932. Because of its proximity to several railroad tracks, it was at one time the seventh largest community in Michigan and a destination unto itself. That is, until the Detroit suburbs spread out to encompass it. Named after Plymouth, Massachusetts and once locally known as "Podunk," it is characterized by its quaint downtown, colonial architecture and central commons area. While the downtown area continues to thrive, the last decade's seen a shift from stores and boutiques to restaurants and night spots, including sports bars, pubs and a dueling-piano bar. In fact, the night life these days might just surpass Royal Oak.
The Penn Theatre
In spite of the changes to downtown over the years, one thing has remained the same: The Penn Theatre. The downtown cinema originally opened its doors in 1941 but recently took a couple-year hiatus when its one screen couldn't compete against the multiplexes. The Friends of the Penn, a non-profit organization, deserves credit for bringing The Penn back as a second-run movie house.
More Info:- Profile of the City of Plymouth and Plymouth Township
- Photo Tour of the City of Plymouth
- Up and Coming Neighborhoods for Night Life, including Plymouth
