Cobblestone streets, 19th-century stores, an auto assembly line, toy trains, and a fur trading post from the 1700s are only a few of the wonders that visitors will see at the Detroit Historical Museum.
For over 85 years, the Museum has chronicled the life and times of the region, safeguarding its rich history.
Walk the streets of Old Detroit and see the city’s progression from a rural town to bustling metro, see real antique cars made in Detroit, or get hands-on and make music in the Motor City Music Exhibition.
The Detroit Historical Museum also offers limited-run exhibits, such as the Automotive Showplace and the Booth-Wilkinson Gallery, showcasing Detroit in 1967.
Cobblestone streets, 19th-century stores, an auto assembly line, toy trains, and a fur trading post from the 1700s are only a few of the wonders that visitors will see at the Detroit Historical Museum.
For over 85 years, the Museum has chronicled the life and times of the region, safeguarding its rich history.
Walk the streets of Old Detroit and see the city’s progression from a rural town to bustling metro, see real antique cars made in Detroit, or get hands-on and make music in the Motor City Music Exhibition.
The Detroit Historical Museum also offers limited-run exhibits, such as the Automotive Showplace and the Booth-Wilkinson Gallery, showcasing Detroit in 1967.
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Open:
Year-Round; Closed on: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Hours:Closed Today. Opens Thu
1:00pm -
5:00pm
Closed
Closed
Closed
10:00am -
5:00pm
10:00am -
5:00pm
10:00am -
5:00pm
Cost: Free
Payment: Cash, Check, MC, Visa, AMEX
Access: Wheelchair, Service Animals
Parking: Paid On-site, Street, Bicycle
Available: Self-Guided Tour, Guided Tour, Family Restroom, Changing Station, Meeting/Conference Rooms, Banquet Facilities, Wi-fi, Business Center, Gift Shop, Souvenirs
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Museum admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, students, active military and first responders (with a valid ID), $6 for children over 6 years old, and $35 for a household (up to 6 adults and children with the same address)
Parking is available in the Museum’s Kirby Street lot for $9 per car (Cash not accepted). There is also metered parking available on Kirby Street.
Guided tours are available for $10 per participant by appointment at the following times: Tuesday – Friday 10 – 11:30 AM, 12:30-2:00 PM, or 2:00-3:30 PM.
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Cobblestone streets, 19th-century stores, an auto assembly line, toy trains, and a fur trading post from the 1700s are only a few of the wonders that visitors will see at the Detroit Historical Museum.
For over 85 years, the Museum has chronicled the life and times of the region, safeguarding its rich history.
Walk the streets of Old Detroit and see the city’s progression from a rural town to bustling metro, see real antique cars made in Detroit, or get hands-on and make music in the Motor City Music Exhibition.
The Detroit Historical Museum also offers limited-run exhibits, such as the Automotive Showplace and the Booth-Wilkinson Gallery, showcasing Detroit in 1967.
Available: Self-Guided Tour, Guided Tour, Family Restroom, Changing Station, Meeting/Conference Rooms, Banquet Facilities, Wi-fi, Business Center, Gift Shop, Souvenirs
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EXTRA FUN
Insider Info
Museum admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, students, active military and first responders (with a valid ID), $6 for children over 6 years old, and $35 for a household (up to 6 adults and children with the same address)
Parking is available in the Museum’s Kirby Street lot for $9 per car (Cash not accepted). There is also metered parking available on Kirby Street.
Guided tours are available for $10 per participant by appointment at the following times: Tuesday – Friday 10 – 11:30 AM, 12:30-2:00 PM, or 2:00-3:30 PM.