Episode 1481
Nain Rouge Parade & Cadillac's Curse | Mar 23
On this day in 1710, Detroit held its first Nain Rouge parade to banish the…
Michigan Minute · WKAR Public Media
March 23, 20261m 0s
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Show Notes
On this day in 1710, Detroit held its first Nain Rouge parade to banish the mythical Red Dwarf and his curse. According to legend, Detroit's founder Antoine Cadillac encountered the Nain Rouge, leading to a string of bad luck. The parade became an annual tradition to drive away misfortune from the city.