Add your single artifact or large collection to our collection and take your place in history!

Thank you for your interest in donating to the Detroit Historical Society’s collection. Every year, new artifacts are added to our collection through the generosity of individuals, organizations and corporations. These donations help us fulfill our mission as interpreters of the region’s history.

Many of our recent donations make their way into our New to the Collection exhibit at the Detroit Historical Museum. This ever-changing exhibit is a way of showcasing these wonderful artifacts for people to view and appreciate until they are stored for preservation at our Collections Resource Center. These artifacts are often brought out again for use in our rotating galleries at both the Detroit Historical Museum and Dossin Great Lakes Museum.

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Click here to view How to Donate.