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With two great museums, the Detroit Historical Society offers engaging opportunities to learn about and explore the city's rich history, from its automotive legacy to its maritime heritage.

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Detroit Historical Museum

Dossin Great Lakes Museum

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Enjoy a variety of events, from lectures, book talks, and film screenings to family-friendly activities, behind-the-scenes tours, concerts, and more!

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Learn about our history, meet the dedicated team preserving Detroit’s legacy, and discover what we’re doing today.

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Digital Collection: Search

You searched for "Lighting"

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Tintype

Tintype

1973.011.015Photo

Quilt

Quilt

1972.031.001Object

Cabinet, Medicine

Cabinet, Medicine

1971.091.001Object

Machine, Sewing

Machine, Sewing

1971.087.052Object

Contract

Contract

1971.001.010Archive

Painting - Joseph Griffin

Painting

1969.046.002Object

Joseph Griffin

Program

Program

1969.027.003Archive

Lamp, Desk

Lamp, Desk

1969.020.001Object

Painting - OWEGO

Painting

1968.267.004Object

OWEGO

Painting - CITY OF BUFFALO

Painting

1968.267.003Object

CITY OF BUFFALO

Poster - The Sesquicentennial International Exposition

Poster

1968.208.048Archive

The Sesquicentennial International Exposition

Map - Johnson's Michigan and Wisconsin by Johnson and Ward

Map

1968.102.004Archive

Johnson's Michigan and Wisconsin by Johnson and Ward

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