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• Detroit Historical Society | Where the past is present

  Discover Detroit's Fascinating History Explore our two family-friendly museums, view online archives, or attend an event. DISCOVER THE RICH HISTORY OF DETROIT and the region Step...

• Preserving Detroit history since 1921 | Detroit Historical Society

  About UsSince its founding in 1921, the Detroit Historical Society has been dedicated to ensuring that the history of our region is preserved so that current and future generations of metro Detroiters...

• Detroit Historical Museum | Detroit Historical Society

  In Midtown DetroitChronicling the life and times of the Detroit region, safeguarding its rich history. 5401 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48202 CLICK HERE for a Google map and directions.Phone: 313.833.1...

• Founding of Detroit | Detroit Historical Society

  The site that was to become the city of Detroit was established on July 24, 1701 by Antoine de la mothe Cadillac, a French military leader and trader. Cadillac had traveled widely in New France and th...

• Online Resources | Detroit Historical Society

  While our community continues to deal with the COVID-19 public health emergency, our museums are open at limited capacity but there are still plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in Detroit’s h...

• Exhibitions Chronicling Detroits Legends | Detroit Historical Society

  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 visitors see at the Detroit Historical Museum. For over ...