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Woodward's' Garden Bowl marks 80 years of family ownership in Detroit
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Demetrios Sanders , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· August 24, 2026
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Key points A unique circumstance led to the current family's ownership, which began in 1946. The business has been operating continuously for 113 years, making it the longest-running in the country.
A notable anniversary is being celebrated by a longstanding bowling alley. The business has been operating continuously for 113 years, making it the longest-running in the country. Family ownership is also being marked, with 80 years under the same family.
The venue was first opened by its original founders in 1913 and quickly gained popularity. It became a social hub for the community. Further details about the bowling alley's history and current celebrations are available through a video report.
A unique circumstance led to the current family's ownership, which began in 1946. More information about this story can be found in the original report.
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Published: August 24, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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