Events by Month

MAY 16 | JUNE 20 | JULY 11 | AUGUST 1

Admission to the Detroit Historical Museum is free from 5:00 - 8:00 pm, courtesy of the William Davidson Foundation!

No advance registration is necessary.

From its 1701 origins through today, Detroit has been enriched by and depended on immigrants.  In partnership with JCRC/AJC, our panel discussion considers immigration’s continuities and changes over time. You’ll be amazed by what you learn!

JUNE 9 | JULY 14 | AUGUST 11 | SEPTEMBER 8 | OCTOBER 13 | NOVEMBER 10 | DECEMBER 8 | JANUARY 12

To celebrate the new exhibition Kresge at 100, museum admission will be free on the second Sunday of the month through January 2025, courtesy of the Kresge Foundation.

From artists like Alice Cooper and Ted Nugent to Iggy & the Stooges, the stage of the Grande Ballroom was blasting and jamming as one of the greatest rock and roll venues in the world. Louder than Love showcases the true story of The Grande Ballroom. Watch, listen and learn from music icons like BB King, Slash, Alice Cooper, Roger Daltrey and many others, as they tell the story of the impact that the Grande Ballroom had not only on the City of Detroit, but on the world of Rock and Roll. Directed and produced by Tony D’Annunzio and edited by Karl Rausch.

Join us at the Detroit Historical Museum for a full day of entertainment!

More details on the Concert of Colors and a full schedule of events is at concertofcolors.com.

Admission to the performances and the museum is free with no registration required.

Legends Plaza Stage (Outside)

1-2:30 p.m. PBM (Peanut Butter Mosquito)

If you've ever wanted to see a 100-year-old boat motor run, or appreciate the futuristic designs of mid-century outboards, stop by the Dossin Great Lakes Museum for this outdoor show.

This annual event is presented in partnership with the Great Lakes Chapter of the Antique Outboard Motor Club, Inc., and features dozens of outboard motors, antique skiffs and race boats, and model racing boats.

No RSVP is necessary for this free event! Admission to the museum will also be free during event hours.

Join us at the Detroit Historical Museum Back Stage for a day-long car show featuring some of Southeast Michigan’s most spectacular low-riders along with musical performances by local Latino bands and DJs.

More details on the Concert of Colors and a full schedule of events is at concertofcolors.com.

From artists like Alice Cooper and Ted Nugent to Iggy & the Stooges, the stage of the Grande Ballroom was blasting and jamming as one of the greatest rock and roll venues in the world. Louder than Love showcases the true story of The Grande Ballroom. Watch, listen and learn from music icons like BB King, Slash, Alice Cooper, Roger Daltrey and many others, as they tell the story of the impact that the Grande Ballroom had not only on the City of Detroit, but on the world of Rock and Roll. Directed and produced by Tony D’Annunzio and edited by Karl Rausch.

Take advantage of a rare opportunity to explore the Detroit Historical Society's automotive collection!

Led by automotive and industrial curator Dave Marchioni in three timeslots on Saturday, July 27, this small group tour will cover the highlights of our auto collection, housed in the Collections Resource Center at historic Fort Wayne.

If you’ve enjoyed virtual tours with Hagerty’s Tom Cotter, Sick Seconds, Tom Bailey, or any others, this is your chance to experience the collection in person. This is a limited-availability event, so get tickets early!

Take advantage of a rare opportunity to explore the Detroit Historical Society's automotive collection!

Led by automotive and industrial curator Dave Marchioni in three timeslots on Saturday, July 27, this small group tour will cover the highlights of our auto collection, housed in the Collections Resource Center at historic Fort Wayne.

If you’ve enjoyed virtual tours with Hagerty’s Tom Cotter, Sick Seconds, Tom Bailey, or any others, this is your chance to experience the collection in person. This is a limited-availability event, so get tickets early!

Take advantage of a rare opportunity to explore the Detroit Historical Society's automotive collection!

Led by automotive and industrial curator Dave Marchioni in three timeslots on Saturday, July 27, this small group tour will cover the highlights of our auto collection, housed in the Collections Resource Center at historic Fort Wayne.

If you’ve enjoyed virtual tours with Hagerty’s Tom Cotter, Sick Seconds, Tom Bailey, or any others, this is your chance to experience the collection in person. This is a limited-availability event, so get tickets early!