"It's All Good in the 'Wood!" The Neighborhood Woodbridge is a proud and active Detroit community with a rich and culturally diverse past that is still prominent today. Woodbridge is known for its community-centered, friendly residents. Named after territorial Governor William Woodbridge, this neighborhood has been home to famous Detroiters throughout history, including Ty Cobb, David Stott, James Scripps, founder of the Detroit News, and George Booth, founder of the Cranbrook Academy. Woodbridge Today The rich history left by past residents continues to be celebrated today. An annual Home and Garden Tour held each September gives the public a firsthand view of the neighborhood and the colorful residents that continue to shape its history. Musicians, performers and artists have known Woodbridge for decades as a favorite place to live, rehearse and visit friends. As a quickly reemerging cultural corridor, it is also home to creative institutions such as the Boy Scouts of America Detroit Council Headquarters, Contemporary Art Institute of Detroit, Alley Culture Gallery, Gallery 555, and the 4731 Arts Incubator. History In 1871, Woodbridge began its first major neighborhood development. The area flourished through the 1920's as it enjoyed its location on multiple streetcar lines, which allowed quick access to the rapidly developing downtown. In 1979, the majority of the neighborhood was named a State and National Historic District. As Wayne State University evolved, many of its students began to discover this beautiful area. Enamored with the remarkable architecture and community sensibilities, individuals began a long road to recovery for the neighborhood. >>more