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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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Film, Motion Picture - A Visit to Cobo Hall

Film, Motion Picture

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A Visit to Cobo Hall

Film, Motion Picture - Detroit Means Business 6/85

Film, Motion Picture

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Detroit Means Business 6/85

Magazine - The Polish Review, Vol. V, No. 5, February 8, 1945

Magazine

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The Polish Review, Vol. V, No. 5, February 8, 1945

Ad, Magazine

Ad, Magazine

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Proclamation - African-American Heritage Day

Proclamation

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African-American Heritage Day

Brochure

Brochure

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Booklet

Booklet

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Booklet - What is the Answer?

Booklet

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What is the Answer?

Booklet - The Truth About the Street Railway Situtation

Booklet

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The Truth About the Street Railway Situtation

Handbill - Ford, Henry

Handbill

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Ford, Henry

Program

Program

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Brochure

Brochure

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