Events

Celebrate the closing of the From the Bottom Up exhibition by hearing from some of the Black Bottom storytellers featured in the Black Bottom Archives' Sankofa Community Research Project and help to preserve community history in a community digitization event. Bring family photos, documents, or memorabilia to be digitized while you keep the originals. Join us in

Celebrate National Poetry Month with us at our “All Things Detroit Open Mic” Member Night at the Dossin Great Lakes Museum—an evening of creativity, community, and connection along the waterfront. Whether you’re a seasoned writer, a first-time reader, or simply someone who loves the rhythm of a well-crafted verse, you’re invited to take the mic

Join the Detroit Historical Society’s Education Coordinator Cate Waldecker for a captivating lecture that explores Detroit through the lives and legacies of the women who helped shape the city. From early figures like Madame de Cadillac to cultural icons such as the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, the program highlights twelve remarkable women whose stories

The Rodney Whitaker Quartet will take to the Streets of Old Detroit for an unforgettable evening of live jazz, bringing world-class musicianship into an immersive historic setting. Arrive early to explore two new exhibitions in the Motor City Music Gallery: National R&B Hall of Fame, featuring costumes worn in performance by some of the world's most

The Dossin Great Lakes Museum will be open with special holiday hours from 1-5 p.m. on Monday, May 25. Walk-in visitors are welcome, no pre-registration is necessary Register Here

Member Appreciation Week Sunday, June 21 - Saturday, June 27 Visit to Win Raffle and Special Museum Store Discount - All Week Visit the Detroit Historical Museum or Dossin Great Lakes Museum during Member Appreciation Week and you will automatically be entered into a raffle to win fun prizes.  Winners are announced daily. Stop to shop at the Museum Store for an

Celebrate your vital role in preserving our city's rich heritage during Member Appreciation Day at the Detroit Historical Museum on Saturday, June 27, 2026. This exclusive, member-only event features expert-led docent tours through our galleries, a hands-on craft activity, and complimentary light refreshments. Our museums thrive because of your passion for local history, and this special day is our

The Detroit Trinity International Film Festival (DTIFF) has become a significant platform for showcasing diverse voices in cinema over its first two decades. The early years of the DTIFF were marked by a dedication to cultural representation, community engagement, and support for independent filmmakers. The notable guests, films, and programs established a foundation that continues

Join us for a special free evening at the Detroit Historical Museum as part of Concert of Colors. Explore the museum's exhibitions, discover the stories that have shaped Detroit, and connect with our city's rich past during extended evening hours. Learn More: https://www.detroithistorical.org/events/free-admission-4-9pm

Join us for a special free afternoon at the Detroit Historical Museum as part of Concert of Colors. Explore the museum's exhibitions, discover the stories that have shaped Detroit, and connect with our city's rich past. Learn more: https://www.detroithistorical.org/events/free-admission-1-5pm