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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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Sepia toned photo of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr wearing a white shirt, dark tie, and dark suit standing in a group of men. January 20 MLK Day Celebration is written in white text over the image.

2025 MLK Day Celebration

Detroit Historical Museum

January 20, 2025, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Dr. Ken L. Harris, a smiling Black man in a suit and tie posing with his hand on his chin against a gray background.

Panel Discussion on the Black Retail Experience in Detroit featuring Dr. Ken L. Harris, PhD

Detroit Historical Museum

January 16, 2025, 6:00 - 8:00pm

heart mocha coffee

Members Cocoa and Coloring Cafe

Detroit Historical Museum

December 15, 2024, 1:00 - 3:00pm

Homeschool Day - Dossin

Homeschool Day

Dossin Great Lakes Museum

January 16, 2025, 1:30 - 3:00pm

Homeschool Day

Homeschool Day

Detroit Historical Museum

January 9, 2025, 1:30 - 3:00pm

santa in the depot

Visit with Santa!

Detroit Historical Museum

December 15, 2024, 2:00 - 5:00pm

Fisher Mansion & Detroit Iskcon Temple

Fisher Mansion & Detroit Iskcon Temple

January 26, 2025, 4:00 - 5:30pm

Dakota Inn Rathskeller

Dakota Inn Rathskeller

January 30, 2025, 6:30 - 9:00pm

Motown Museum

Behind the Scenes: Motown Museum

Motown Museum

February 15, 2025, 10:00 - 11:30am

Freer House

Freer House

January 24, 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm