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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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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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Print, Photographic

Print, Photographic

2008.039.008Photo

Print, Photographic - Albert Kahn House

Print, Photographic

2008.033.367Photo

Albert Kahn House

Print, Photographic - Jos. Campau & Franklin

Print, Photographic

2008.033.254Photo

Jos. Campau & Franklin

Certificate, Membership

Certificate, Membership

2007.004.478Archive

Certificate, Membership

Certificate, Membership

2007.004.477Archive

Transparency, Lantern-slide

Transparency, Lantern-slide

2005.068.043Photo

Transparency, Lantern-slide

Transparency, Lantern-slide

2005.068.034Photo

Letter - Michigan Military Academy

Letter

2005.053.002Archive

Michigan Military Academy

Report, Annual - 98th Annual Report, Detroit Fire Department, 1965, Detroit, Michigan

Report, Annual

2005.010.003Archive

98th Annual Report, Detroit Fire Department, 1965, Detroit, Michigan

Periodical - Fire Station Design, Volume Two, June, 1949

Periodical

2005.004.049Archive

Fire Station Design, Volume Two, June, 1949

Poster - 100 Years of Fire Protection

Poster

2005.004.038Archive

100 Years of Fire Protection

Photograph, Cabinet

Photograph, Cabinet

2005.004.023Photo

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