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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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Research & Learning

Research & Learning

Explore a wide range of tools and resources crafted to inspire curiosity and support learning for educators, students, and lifelong learners alike.

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Bringing Detroit History to You

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Encyclopedia of Detroit

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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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Help celebrate and protect Detroit’s legacy by giving, getting involved, or becoming part of our community!

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Digital Collection: Search

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Drawing

Drawing

1960.169.013xArchive

Drawing

Drawing

1960.169.013wArchive

Drawing - Sketch Showing Method of Dismounting Wheel

Drawing

1960.169.013vArchive

Sketch Showing Method of Dismounting Wheel

Drawing

Drawing

1960.169.013yArchive

Game, Card

Game, Card

1956.339.005Object

Card, Trade

Card, Trade

1955.180.112Archive

Lamp, Oil

Lamp, Oil

1952.600.040Object

Letter - Real Estate Titles in Detroit, Past, Present and Future

Letter

2001.061.084Archive

Real Estate Titles in Detroit, Past, Present and Future

Print, Photographic

Print, Photographic

2024.102.260Photo

Sextant

Sextant

2019.158.023Object

Microphone

Microphone

2019.158.001Object

Watch, Quartz

Watch, Quartz

2019.151.001Object

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