Detroit Historical Society
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Founded in 1921, we manage the Detroit Historical Museum, the Dossin Great Lakes Museum, and a collection of 250,000+ incredible artifacts.
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February 10, 2026 at 2:34 PM
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On February 10, 1922, a Detroit Symphony Orchestra concert broadcast on WWJ, then known as 8MK, was the first symphony concert ever heard by radio.
Michigan's oldest radio station, WWJ was founded by the Scripps family and originally broadcasted from the second floor of the Detroit News building.
Michigan's oldest radio station, WWJ was founded by the Scripps family and originally broadcasted from the second floor of the Detroit News building.
February 10, 2026 at 2:33 PM
On February 10, 1922, a Detroit Symphony Orchestra concert broadcast on WWJ, then known as 8MK, was the first symphony concert ever heard by radio.
Michigan's oldest radio station, WWJ was founded by the Scripps family and originally broadcasted from the second floor of the Detroit News building.
Michigan's oldest radio station, WWJ was founded by the Scripps family and originally broadcasted from the second floor of the Detroit News building.
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The Detroit Historical Museum has a really detailed exhibit about the city's integral role in the Underground Railroad, highly recommend a visit
#tdih 1847, several 100 residents of Marshall, Mich., helped Adam & Sarah Crosswhite escape from being kidnapped. Went to Canada.
It was a victory that they survived, but a tragedy that white supremacist terrorism forced them to flee their home. See β¬οΈ+ lessons
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It was a victory that they survived, but a tragedy that white supremacist terrorism forced them to flee their home. See β¬οΈ+ lessons
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Jan. 27, 1847: Crosswhites Escaped to Canada
Several hundred citizens of Marshall, Michigan, helped Adam and Sarah Crosswhite escape slavery and kidnapping and flee to Canada.
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February 1, 2026 at 1:43 PM
The Detroit Historical Museum has a really detailed exhibit about the city's integral role in the Underground Railroad, highly recommend a visit
February is Black History Month! Find out about our special events and initiatives coming up - including the second round of The Hustle - on our blog.
From the CEO: February 2026
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February 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM
February is Black History Month! Find out about our special events and initiatives coming up - including the second round of The Hustle - on our blog.
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Detroit Historical Museum is having an exhibit on the ttrpg RIFTS?!?
February 6, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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Learn more about Mickey's life and career as one of the greatest left-handed pitchers in baseball history via our online encyclopedia: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
Lolich, Mickey
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February 5, 2026 at 1:44 AM
Learn more about Mickey's life and career as one of the greatest left-handed pitchers in baseball history via our online encyclopedia: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
We're sorry to hear of the passing of Detroit Tigers great Mickey Lolich, who participated in our 1968 Tigers exhibition at the Detroit Historical Museum a few years ago and also added his handprints to the museum's Legends Plaza.
February 5, 2026 at 1:44 AM
We're sorry to hear of the passing of Detroit Tigers great Mickey Lolich, who participated in our 1968 Tigers exhibition at the Detroit Historical Museum a few years ago and also added his handprints to the museum's Legends Plaza.
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Moving onto a the next archival collection to process, an addition to the @uaw.org Radio Dept. Records, and the first box is chock-full of early @wdet.bsky.social photos and graphics. Really cool glimpse into the Detroit stationβs first years.
February 4, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Moving onto a the next archival collection to process, an addition to the @uaw.org Radio Dept. Records, and the first box is chock-full of early @wdet.bsky.social photos and graphics. Really cool glimpse into the Detroit stationβs first years.
On February 4, 1913, this postcard from our collection was postmarked, showing the Washington Theatre at the corner of Clifford Street and Washington Boulevard, with pedestrians and cars in front.
February 4, 2026 at 2:53 PM
On February 4, 1913, this postcard from our collection was postmarked, showing the Washington Theatre at the corner of Clifford Street and Washington Boulevard, with pedestrians and cars in front.
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Looking back on the Graystone Ballroom, Detroitβs largest and most famous dance hall that opened during the Roaring β20s. https://www.hourdetroit.com/from-the-magazine/graystone-ballroom-the-way-it-was/
The Way It Was: 1922 and the Graystone Ballroom
Of several ballrooms and dance halls that opened in Detroit during the Roaring β20s, the largest and most famous was the Graystone Ballroom, located at 4237 Woodward Avenue.
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February 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Looking back on the Graystone Ballroom, Detroitβs largest and most famous dance hall that opened during the Roaring β20s. https://www.hourdetroit.com/from-the-magazine/graystone-ballroom-the-way-it-was/
DYK? This year marks the 50th anniversary of Black History Month's celebration as a national event, which coincided with the nation's bicentennial & the 50th anniversary of Negro History Week, its predecessor.
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February 2, 2026 at 2:24 PM
DYK? This year marks the 50th anniversary of Black History Month's celebration as a national event, which coincided with the nation's bicentennial & the 50th anniversary of Negro History Week, its predecessor.
Learn more via ASALH: asalh.org/about-us/abo...
Learn more via ASALH: asalh.org/about-us/abo...
On January 30, 1933, "The Lone Ranger" made its debut on radio airwaves, broadcast from the WXYZ studios in the Macabees Building on Woodward Ave. Its popularity is reflected in this Lone Ranger-themed photographic studio, which was pictured at J. L. Hudson Co. in the 1930s.
January 30, 2026 at 2:56 PM
On January 30, 1933, "The Lone Ranger" made its debut on radio airwaves, broadcast from the WXYZ studios in the Macabees Building on Woodward Ave. Its popularity is reflected in this Lone Ranger-themed photographic studio, which was pictured at J. L. Hudson Co. in the 1930s.
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DIA, Detroit
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January 30, 2026 at 1:35 PM
On January 29, 1918, this photographic postcard from our collection was postmarked. It depicts an ice fountain on the median of Washington Boulevard with a man standing at the base. The Cadillac Hotel can be seen in the background.
January 29, 2026 at 1:58 PM
On January 29, 1918, this photographic postcard from our collection was postmarked. It depicts an ice fountain on the median of Washington Boulevard with a man standing at the base. The Cadillac Hotel can be seen in the background.
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Excited for the #Milanocortina2026 Winter Olympics?β·οΈ
Did you know that leading up to the 1984 #Olympics, a @uaw.org Local 887 member had the honor of serving as a torchbearer. The individual wore his union pride across his headband while carrying the torch. πΈ the @reutherlibrary.bsky.social.
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Did you know that leading up to the 1984 #Olympics, a @uaw.org Local 887 member had the honor of serving as a torchbearer. The individual wore his union pride across his headband while carrying the torch. πΈ the @reutherlibrary.bsky.social.
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January 28, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Excited for the #Milanocortina2026 Winter Olympics?β·οΈ
Did you know that leading up to the 1984 #Olympics, a @uaw.org Local 887 member had the honor of serving as a torchbearer. The individual wore his union pride across his headband while carrying the torch. πΈ the @reutherlibrary.bsky.social.
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Did you know that leading up to the 1984 #Olympics, a @uaw.org Local 887 member had the honor of serving as a torchbearer. The individual wore his union pride across his headband while carrying the torch. πΈ the @reutherlibrary.bsky.social.
.
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Mural, Detroit Museum of Art
January 28, 2026 at 10:22 AM
Mural, Detroit Museum of Art
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Brit Reid (Green Hornet) is the great-grand-nephew of the Lone Ranger.
Created by Fran Striker & George Trendle. Originated on Detroit radio station WXYZ.
Created by Fran Striker & George Trendle. Originated on Detroit radio station WXYZ.
January 28, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Brit Reid (Green Hornet) is the great-grand-nephew of the Lone Ranger.
Created by Fran Striker & George Trendle. Originated on Detroit radio station WXYZ.
Created by Fran Striker & George Trendle. Originated on Detroit radio station WXYZ.
π³οΈ Vote and spread the word! Reminder that we're in the running for USA TODAY's 10BESTβs Readersβ Choice Awards in the Maritime Museum category. You can vote once a day until the contest ends on Monday, 2/9 by clicking through at: 10best.usatoday.com/awards/dossi...
Dossin Great Lakes Museum: 2026 USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards
Situated on Belle Isle, this museum explores the history of the Great Lakes and their positive impact on transportation and leisure. Guests encounter many artifacts ranging from maritime engines to el...
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January 28, 2026 at 2:28 PM
π³οΈ Vote and spread the word! Reminder that we're in the running for USA TODAY's 10BESTβs Readersβ Choice Awards in the Maritime Museum category. You can vote once a day until the contest ends on Monday, 2/9 by clicking through at: 10best.usatoday.com/awards/dossi...
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Detroit (Ragsdale Beauty Shop/Poodle Cut) https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/115683
January 27, 2026 at 10:52 AM
Detroit (Ragsdale Beauty Shop/Poodle Cut) https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/115683
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January 25-27, 1976 Cobo Arena, Detroit, MI
January 27, 2026 at 1:16 PM
January 25-27, 1976 Cobo Arena, Detroit, MI
On January 27, 1883, the first electric lights in Michigan were installed at Metcalf Brothers & Co. dry goods store in Detroit. In 1886, the store moved a block north along Woodward, between State & Grand River. It can be seen in "view on Woodward Ave." at the center L in this 1887 souvenir booklet.
January 27, 2026 at 2:34 PM
On January 27, 1883, the first electric lights in Michigan were installed at Metcalf Brothers & Co. dry goods store in Detroit. In 1886, the store moved a block north along Woodward, between State & Grand River. It can be seen in "view on Woodward Ave." at the center L in this 1887 souvenir booklet.
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January 26, 2026 at 3:16 PM
Federal, state, and local representatives rely on input from constituents to inform their decision-making. The AHA has developed guides intended to help AHA members, and the public more broadly, advocate for history, the work of historians, and history education. ποΈ
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Happy 189th birthday, Michigan! Known as the Great Lakes State, every location in Michigan is within 6 miles of a body of water & no more than 85 miles from one of the Great Lakes. In comparison to Detroit, Mi. is still a youngster βthe city is set to mark its impressive 325th anniversary this July.
January 26, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Happy 189th birthday, Michigan! Known as the Great Lakes State, every location in Michigan is within 6 miles of a body of water & no more than 85 miles from one of the Great Lakes. In comparison to Detroit, Mi. is still a youngster βthe city is set to mark its impressive 325th anniversary this July.
In view are St. Paul's Episcopal Church, First Presbyterian Church, with Ste. Anne's Catholic Church in the background.
January 26, 2026 at 2:23 PM
In view are St. Paul's Episcopal Church, First Presbyterian Church, with Ste. Anne's Catholic Church in the background.
On January 26, 1837, Michigan became the nation's 26th state, with Detroit as its first capital. This 1837 view from the intersection of Griswold Street and Jefferson Avenue, taken from Silas Farmer's History of Detroit and Wayne County and Early Michigan.
January 26, 2026 at 2:22 PM
On January 26, 1837, Michigan became the nation's 26th state, with Detroit as its first capital. This 1837 view from the intersection of Griswold Street and Jefferson Avenue, taken from Silas Farmer's History of Detroit and Wayne County and Early Michigan.