A historic housing project in Inkster, MI, originally built in the 1940s to provide affordable homes for Black families migrating to Detroit’s defense industries during WWII. Known as “Cardboard City” after its later decline, the project became a tight-knit community hub, shaping Inkster’s African American culture. While now closed, its legacy persists through local history and preservation efforts.
“Growing up in Lemonyne Gardens / Cardboard City, we learned street smarts and community first—The Gardens wasn’t just buildings, it was home.”
by RealTalkOnlyFool October 11, 2025
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