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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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Exhibitions & Projects

Explore exhibitions, immersive experiences, and learning opportunities – at our museums, in the community, and online!

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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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History Resources

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Bringing Detroit History to You

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Encyclopedia of Detroit

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About

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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: Random Images

Button, Promotional

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Catalog

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Program - United Spanish War Veterans and Auxiliary,
Annual Report and Proceedings, Fiftieth Annual Encampment

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Poster - Nous les aurons [We will have them],
Buy More Liberty Bonds

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Poster - The Work That You Do Every Day

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Cup, Coffee

Registration - Library of Congress

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Envelope - Growth of Christian Science in Detroit in the 20th Century

Music, Sheet - Pere Marquette

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Nametag

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Letter - News Bulletin
Central Business District Association

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Program, Theater

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Print, Photographic

Brochure - Great International Outdoor Advertising

Postcard - Detroit Public Library, Detroit, Michigan

Image, Digital

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Postcard - Detroit News Building and Broadcasting Station (WWJ), Detroit, Mich

Brochure - Put Your Name on Detroit's Future!

Print

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Menu

Matchbook

Print, Photographic - Painting from the Detroit Historical Museum Robert Hopkin exhibit

Negative, Film

Negative, Film

Painting - PHILO PARSONS

Map - WJLB International Radio News Map 3rd Edition

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Negative, Film

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