Detroit Historical Museum, History museum in Midtown Detroit, United States
The Detroit Historical Museum is a history museum in Midtown housing exhibits that trace the city's development from early settlement into a major industrial center. The displays show how transportation and manufacturing shaped this transformation.
The museum was founded in 1928 and started as a small room in the Barlum Tower before relocating to its current space in the Cultural Center Historic District. This move allowed for expanded collections and larger exhibitions.
The Streets of Old Detroit exhibit recreates the city's commercial buildings from the 1840s through the 1900s with period-accurate storefronts and cobblestone streets.
The museum is easily accessible and features wheelchair access throughout its spaces. Parking is available nearby, and the layout is straightforward to navigate.
The Underground Railroad exhibit features a simulated journey through tunnels, demonstrating Detroit's role as a gateway to freedom for enslaved people escaping to Canada.
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