Additional Resources

The Detroit Historical Society works with a variety of agencies and organizations to help determine the value of specific artifacts, to restore damaged artifacts or research specific topics for exhibitions or programs. Please note, however, that the Detroit Historical Society is unable to provide appraisals of items for individuals for tax purposes.

Below is a list that might help you find the information you are looking for:

Appraiser listings:
American Society of Appraisers
ASA
www.appraisers.org

International Society of Appraisers
ISA
www.Isa.appraisers.org

Appraisers Association of America
AHA
www.appraisersassoc.org

Conservator listing:
American Institute for Conservation of Historic & Artistic Works
AIC
www.aic.stanford.edu

Research Libraries:
Burton Historical Collection
Located within the Main Branch of the Detroit Public Library
313.833.1480

Walter P. Reuther Library
Located on the Campus of Wayne State University
reuther.wayne.edu
313.577.4024