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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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Learn about our history, meet the dedicated team preserving Detroit’s legacy, and discover what we’re doing today.

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Music, Sheet - C. J. Whitney & Co.'s Grand Exposition March

Music, Sheet

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C. J. Whitney & Co.'s Grand Exposition March

Cartoon - Competition's Gettin' Keen

Cartoon

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Competition's Gettin' Keen

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Print, Photographic

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Print, Photographic - Fairlane Henry Ford Estate

Print, Photographic

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Fairlane Henry Ford Estate

Print - Steamer St. Claire

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Steamer St. Claire

Print - Steamer St. Claire

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Steamer St. Claire

Postcard - 7656. Str. City of Toledo

Postcard

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7656. Str. City of Toledo

Postcard - Str. "City of Toledo"

Postcard

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Str. "City of Toledo"

Postcard - 7656. Str. City of Toledo

Postcard

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7656. Str. City of Toledo

Postcard - 13888 Freighter in Ste. Claire Ship Canal

Postcard

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13888 Freighter in Ste. Claire Ship Canal

Print, Photographic

Print, Photographic

2018.110.409Photo

Print, Photographic

Print, Photographic

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