Events by Month
May 1, 2022
Gradually, Then Suddenly Film Screening
Join us in the Detroit Historical Museum's auditorium for a special screening of Gradually, then Suddenly, winner of the 2021 Library of Congress Lavine/Ken Burns Prize for Film.
May 7, 2022
Centennial Ship Masters Ball - Sold Out
Saturday, May 7, 2022
5:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Dossin Great Lakes Museum
Attire: Black Tie (more information available here!)
Complimentary Valet
May 14, 2022
May 15, 2022
Architecture on the Page: Recent Books from Wayne State University Press
Our latest Community Gallery exhibition, on display from April through June, celebrates the work of Albert Kahn. Join us for a panel discussion about the legendary architect's impact in the city of Detroit and some of the significant buildings he created. Tours of the Albert Kahn exhibit will take place after the program.
The event will take place in the museum's auditorium.
Panelists include:
May 19, 2022
Third Thursday Speaker Series: WSU Student Researchers
*Please note, this event has been moved to a virtual format!
At Wayne State, the next generation of historians work to chronicle Detroit’s rich history and expand our understanding of the city. Come support these burgeoning historians and learn something new about Detroit as students present their research from the Spring 2022 semester. This program will be moderated by our Field Curator, Billy Wall-Winkel.
This event is free with registration.
May 21, 2022
Members only! Collections Resource Center
SOLD OUT!
Join us for a special members-only tour of our Collections Resource Center at Historic Fort Wayne. This tour will allow visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the Historical Society's special treasures including our resource room, handcrafted furniture, costume collection and the mysterious bubble cars.
May 21, 2022
R.J. King Book Talk & Signing
Join us for a Book Talk and Signing with local author R.J. King.
May 27, 2022
Members-Only Reception & Tour
You and a guest are invited to join us at the Detroit Historical Museum for a casual reception where you can mix and mingle with other members while enjoying music, refreshments, docent-led gallery tours and giveaways.
May 30, 2022
Special Summer Holiday Hours
The Dossin Great Lakes Museum will be open from 1-5 p.m. on Monday, May 30 and Monday, September 5. Even better - admission will be free on these dates!
Walk-in visitors are welcome, no pre-registration is necessary.
