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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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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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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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Digital Collection

Encyclopedia of Detroit

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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: Search

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Tin

Tin

2019.052.009Object

Sticker - La-Z-Boy, The Chair People

Sticker

2016.009.045Archive

La-Z-Boy, The Chair People

Model

Model

2015.014.001Object

Proof, Printing - Front Office, 2nd Floor for Mail Orders, Etc.

Proof, Printing

2013.041.583Archive

Front Office, 2nd Floor for Mail Orders, Etc.

Print, Photographic

Print, Photographic

2012.047.251Photo

Print, Photographic

Print, Photographic

2012.047.242Photo

Book - Detroit 1968

Book

2012.046.002Archive

Detroit 1968

Sign

Sign

2012.021.032Archive

Engraving

Engraving

2012.004.116Archive

Envelope - American Express Company,
Detroit, Michigan Office

Envelope

2010.004.162Archive

American Express Company,
Detroit, Michigan Office

Envelope - History and Prophecy of Music in Detroit

Envelope

2001.061.191Archive

History and Prophecy of Music in Detroit

Envelope - Banking in Prospective in Detroit

Envelope

2001.061.190Archive

Banking in Prospective in Detroit

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