City of Flint

Flint is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan and is located along the Flint River, 66 miles (106 km) northwest of Detroit. As of the 2000 census, the city had a population of 124,943, making it the fifth largest city in Michigan, while the 2007 census estimate places the city's population at 114,662. It is the county seat of Genesee County which lies in the Flint/Tri-Cities region of Michigan. Genesee County is also the entirety of Flint's metropolitan area, the fourth largest metropolitan area in Michigan.

Flint's history is deeply rooted in transportation. During the 1800s, this Michigan town served as an important river crossing on the Pontiac Trail, and following the logging boom Flint became a major manufacturing center for log-hauling contraptions, carts and wagons. Today, Flint boasts a carriage-making industry of international repute. The Alfred P. Sloan Museum explores many of the interesting developments of Flint's past, including the growth of General Motors automobiles and the rise of the logging industry. For a more palpable journey through Flint history, visit the historic structures—including a cider mill, a grist mill and an operating blacksmith—at Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad. Flint's arts scene is bolstered by the Flint Cultural Center, where music, art, dance and theater come alive in exhibits, performances and special events. The Genesee Recreation Area, a popular spot for camping, fishing and hiking, is located just northeast of the city.