Events by Month
October 4, 2024
Hamtramck Exploration
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Learn about Detroit’s diverse and iconic neighbor in our newest Society to Society tour. We’ll start from the Hamtramck Historical Museum and then go next door to the Polish Art Center, one of the country’s premier emporiums of Polish cultural and traditional goods.
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October 5, 2024
Detroit Mounted Police Barn
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DPD’s Mounted Police division now operates from a barn in Palmer Park with five horses, down from its peak of 60 horses, 80 officers, and five barns. Come tour the facility and learn about the care of the animals. Please note that this tour is weather-dependent and will require walking on uneven ground.
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October 8, 2024
Waterworks Park
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A source of pride for Southeast Michigan since 1879, the park that housed the first branch of the Detroit Public Library and a 185’ minaret-like stone tower is now home to GLWA’s newest water treatment plant. Please note, this is a secure facility, so all attendees will need to provide a copy of their driver’s license and fill out a release form. Closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are also required.
October 10, 2024
Late Nights at the Museum - Free Admission!
SEPTEMBER 19 | OCTOBER 10
By popular demand - we're adding two Fall late night dates! 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.
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The Detroit Historical Museum will be featuring a free jazz concert in the Gallery of Culture during Late Nights at the Museum on October 10.
Enjoy two sets, 5:30-6:30PM and 6:45-7:45PM.
October 10, 2024
Jazz in the Gallery - The Wolverines
Join us for Jazz in the Gallery at Detroit Historical Society. This special evening event will feature jazz ensemble The Wolverines and is free and open to the public.
Enjoy two sets, 5:30-6:30PM and 6:45-7:45PM.
Advance registration is preferred but not required.
October 13, 2024
Kresge Second Sundays - Free Museum Admission!
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.
October 15, 2024
Majestic Theatre Complex
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In addition to the 1915 theatre, we’ll view the lobby, the Garden Bowl, and the Magic Stick/Alley Deck (not ADA accessible). We’ll learn about the Zainea family, owners of the building for almost 70 years.
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October 27, 2024
Treats in the Streets
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween tradition at the Detroit Historical Museum! Bring your little ghouls, goblins, and the whole family for a free, fun-filled event where kids can enjoy trick-or-treating through The Streets of Old Detroit.
Costumes are highly encouraged, and this is your chance to enjoy a safe, festive, and family-friendly Halloween experience right in the heart of Detroit!
