The Max M. Fisher Resource Center

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In the Fall of 1971, Henry Ford undertook the largest single building venture in Detroit’s history. The project was the Renaissance Center, also known as “RenCen.”
Max with his daughter Mary at the American Jewish Committee's National Distinguished Leadership Award ceremony.
Max Fisher holding his award with Rabbi Maurice N. Eisendrath, president of the American Hebrew Congregations, and Industrialist Lester Avnot.
Max Fisher speaking at the 40th anniversary of the Jewish Community Council of Metropolitan Detroit at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue in Southfield, Michigan. (L-R) JCC President John H. Shepard, Max Fisher, Executive Director Alvin L. Kushner, and Judge Damon J. Keith.
Robert Aronson reflects on Max Fisher's historic influence on behalf of Israel.
1999, Michiganian of the Year Award
Bob McCabe explains how the Ren Cen was a catalyst for revitalizing Detroit.
Max Fisher presenting an award to Nate Appleman.
A handwritten letter to Max M. Fisher from an L.A. Times reader thanking him for his role in negotiating the Rogers Plan.
Max Fisher with Henry Kissinger in the White House. Signed, "To Max Fisher - With the affection and admiration of his friend - Henry A. Kissinger."
"The Gang of Eight" article
Jane Sherman talks about her father's success in fundraising.
Letter to Max M. Fisher from Jack J. Spitzer, President of B'nai B'rith International.
Bob McCabe describes his early days as president of Detroit Renaissance.
Edsel Ford claims the name Max Fisher is synonymous with the city of Detroit.
Max Fisher with Marjorie, Jane Sherman, and others at the JAFI Assembly in 1990.