First displayed in 1923, the “world's largest flag” is unfurled on the building of the old downtown Detroit J. L. Hudson store.

Photo courtesy of Walter P. Reuther Library at Wayne State University.


Blue Star Museums



Now through Labor Day, FREE admission is available to active duty military personnel and their immediate family members.

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Ship Spectacular



See the ships that travel the Great Lakes and visit with their crews.

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Make a Special Gift



Make an Honorary or Memorial Gift to the Society in the name of a friend or family member.

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On this day in 1975...

Jimmy Hoffa disappeared
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Detroit Historical Museum
5401 Woodward Ave.
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 833-7935
 Hours:
Wednesday - Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.
 Dossin Great Lakes Museum
100 Strand Drive, Belle Isle
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 833-5538
 Hours:
Saturday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.


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