Location and Hours
5401 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48202
313-833-1805
Wednesday - Saturday
10am - 5pm
Sunday
1pm - 5pm
Friday, May 30, 2025
10am - 2pm
Closing early
Thursday, June 19, 2025
10am - 2pm
Open for Juneteenth
Admission and Purchasing Tickets
Seniors, Students, Active Military, First Responders, Veterans, Educators
Up to 6 adults and children with the same address
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Detroit Historical Museum
Parking
The Detroit Historical Museum lot on Kirby St. (between Woodward and Cass Avenues) is now open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Parking rates are as follows:
- $9 during museum hours
- $10 flat rate after hours
Please Note: When you pull into the museum lot, you will use the touchscreen kiosk to select "get a ticket" or use your credit card to enter. When you exit the lot, you will either insert your ticket or the credit card you used to enter (you must use the SAME card) to pay your parking fee.
The lost ticket rate is $10.
The lot is not intended for overnight stay. If a car enters in the evening and exits after 4 a.m. the next morning, they will be charged for two days, or $20.
An intercom is available 24/7 for any parking questions or difficulties.
Bus Stops
Nearby bus stops are located at Woodward & Kirby, Cass & Kirby and Woodward & Warren. Plan your route via smartbus.org (from the suburbs), including the new FAST service on Woodward Ave.
QLINE
The nearest QLINE stop is Ferry St.
MOGO Bike Share
A MOGO bike share station is located outside the museum at Kirby & Woodward.
Current Exhibitions
Exploring the Museum
May
30
Jun
5
The Museum's History
The Detroit Historical Museum's current building, located on Woodward Avenue, opened in 1951. The museum's relocation to this site followed a long history, beginning in 1928 with a small museum in the Barlum Tower, which was advertised as "the highest museum in the world." After several moves, including a brief stay on the Wayne State University campus, the new building was designed by William E. Kapp of Smith, Hinchman & Grylls. The dedication ceremony on July 24, 1951, coincided with the 250th anniversary of Detroit's founding. This location allowed for more expansive exhibits, including the iconic "Streets of Old Detroit" exhibit, which opened shortly after. The museum's evolution continued with the Kresge addition in 1968, further expanding its offerings.
Timeline
Purchase Tickets Online and Save Time
Seniors, Students, Active Military, First Responders, Veterans, Educators
Up to 6 adults and children with the same address
Rentals
Are you planning a special event? The Detroit Historical Museum and Dossin Great Lakes Museum offer a variety of flexible spaces for events of all sizes.
