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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

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Tent, Play

Tent, Play

1977.030.001Object

Cape

Cape

1976.078.001Object

Lamp

Lamp

1976.067.022Object

Game, Educational

Game, Educational

1975.086.003Object

Testimonial - For the Liberty Loan

Testimonial

1974.086.991Archive

For the Liberty Loan

Drawing

Drawing

1973.032.003Object

Poster

1971.114.113Archive

Poster

1971.114.005Archive

Poster

1971.114.002Archive

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey

Watch

Watch

1970.138.003Object

Catalog - Detroit Jewel Catalog 1910

Catalog

1970.037.005Archive

Detroit Jewel Catalog 1910

Poster - Why is it necessary to eat less Meat and less Wheat Bread?

Poster

1969.278.021Archive

Why is it necessary to eat less Meat and less Wheat Bread?

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