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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Pontiac,_MichiganPontiac, Michigan - Wikipedia

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   Pontiac is a city in Oakland County, Michigan, named after an Ottawa war chief. It was a major automobile manufacturing center and home to the Pontiac brand, and hosted the Detroit Lions at the Pontiac Silverdome.

2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Oakland_County,_MichiganOakland County, Michigan - Wikipedia

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   Pontiac, located on the Clinton River, was Oakland's first town and became the county seat. After the Civil War, Oakland was still primarily a rural, agricultural county with numerous isolated villages. By the end of the 19th century, three rail lines served Pontiac, and the city attracted carriage and wagon factories.

3. www.pontiac.mi.usWelcome to Pontiac, MI

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   Find out what's happening in Pontiac, Michigan, a city with a rich history and a bright future. Browse the latest news, events, services, and programs from the city government and the community.

4. www.pontiactransportationmuseum.org › the-city-of-pontiac-a-powerhouse-ofThe City of Pontiac: History, Legacy, and Community

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   Learn how Pontiac was founded in 1818 by a group of investors from Detroit, and how it became the county seat of Oakland County in 1820. Discover the role of the Saginaw Trail, the Clinton River, and milling in the early development of the town.

5. www.britannica.com › place › Pontiac-MichiganPontiac | Location, History, Sites, & Facts | Britannica

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   Aug 10, 2024 · Pontiac, city, seat (1820) of Oakland county, southeastern Michigan, U.S., lying on the Clinton River 25 miles (40 km) northwest of Detroit. Named for Chief Pontiac of the Ottawa tribe, it was located on the Saginaw Trail and became an important wagon and carriage production centre in the 1880s.

6. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g42604Things to Do in Pontiac, MI - Pontiac Attractions

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   Things to Do in Pontiac, Michigan: See Tripadvisor's 1,922 traveler reviews and photos of Pontiac tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Pontiac. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

7. en.wikivoyage.org › wiki › Pontiac_(Michigan)Pontiac (Michigan) – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

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   Pontiac is a city in Oakland County, Michigan, and a satellite city of Detroit. Learn how to get in and around by train, see historical and cultural attractions, and find places to eat, drink and sleep.

8. www.pontiac.mi.us › community › historyWelcome to Pontiac, MI

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   Learn about the origins and development of Pontiac, Michigan, a city with a rich history of automotive manufacturing and a connection to Chief Pontiac, the Ottawa leader. Explore the city's landmarks, attractions, and heritage through photos, maps, and stories.

9. www.michigan.org › city › pontiacPontiac | Michigan

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   Explore Pontiac, a city in Michigan with rich history, culture and attractions. Find trip ideas, events, places to stay and things to do in Pontiac and nearby destinations.

10. www.wikiwand.com › en › articlesPontiac, Michigan - Wikiwand

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    Pontiac (/ ˈpɒn (t) iæk / PON- (t)ee-ak) is a city in and the county seat of Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. Located roughly 26 miles (41.8 km) northwest of downtown Detroit, Pontiac is part of the Detroit metropolitan area, and is variously described as a satellite city or suburb of Detroit.