Overview
Flint is the birthplace of General Motors and was one of America's great auto manufacturing cities.
History
William Durant founded GM in Flint in 1908. The Flint Sit-Down Strike of 1936–37 helped establish the United Auto Workers union.
Today
Auto museums and remaining plants keep the history alive, and GM still has operations in the area.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.