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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. >> detroithistorical.org

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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
This ca. 1914 postcard shows a view of the grounds with a bridge in the foreground, a fountain, two grave markers and three people.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
On October 8, 1846, Detroit's Elmwood Cemetery opened. It is the oldest continuously-operating non-denominational cemetery in Michigan. Learn more: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
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Amy Elliott Bragg @amyelliottbragg.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
A couple of years ago I wrote about his connection to an important Civil Rights lawsuit in Michigan: littledetroithistoryletter.substack.com/p/the-baseba...
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The baseball star on the sidelines of Michigan's first big Civil Rights case
Moses Fleetwood Walker, nine days away from the end of his baseball career, had a fateful lunch meeting in Detroit.
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Rock Music Association @rockmusicassoc.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
In The Rock 10/7/1966: MC5 and The Chosen Few play the first rock show at The Grande Ballroom in Detroit. Gary Grimshaw designed the poster, greater Detroit got their pants rocked off. #MC5 #De2roit
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1926 News @100yearsago.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
[October 7th, 1926] The Senate Theater originally opened in Detroit, Michigan, screening the silent film The Volga Boatman.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
In 1871, she was appointed to teach at the newly-integrated Everett Elementary School, where she served for 44 years. Learn more via Historic Elmwood Cemetery & Foundation: www.elmwoodhistoriccemetery.org/events-tours...
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Elmwood Historic Cemetery - Fannie Richards
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
On October 5, 1975, a historic marker was dedicated at Fannie Richards' home site near Lafayette Park. Detroit's first African American school teacher, Richards began teaching in city schools in 1865 and fought against racial segregation in the school system.
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Maps and History @respectfully.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Majestic Building, Detroit (c. 1880-1899) By: Detroit Publishing Co. #cityscape #photochrom #history www.loc.gov/pictures/collection/det…
Majestic Building, Detroit. Photographed by Detroit Publishing Co. Dated c. 1880-1899. From the Library of Congress, ammem.
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How Many Days Since @howmanydayssince.net · 01/10/2026
🗓️ On this day, exactly 118 years ago (10/1/1908): The Model T was introduced! It has been 43,099 days since the Model T was introduced. Live count: howmanydayssince.net/10/1/1908
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How Many Days Since The Model T was introduced?
Live day count, milestone tracking, and historical timeline for The Model T was introduced (10/1/1908).
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
On September 30, 1993, Bob-lo Island Amusement Park closed for the season for the final time. Look back at some of park's best-loved rides on our blog! 🎡🎠🎢
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Favorite Boblo Island Rides
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Detroit Free Press @freep.com · 28/09/2026
Stevie Wonder's greatest songs: Voting starts now
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Stevie Wonder's greatest songs: Voting starts now
Stevie Wonder's catalog is full of great music beloved around the world. But which songs are best of the best? Vote in this 64-song Stevie bracket.
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New York Amsterdam News @nyamnews.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
50 years ago today, Stevie Wonder released "Songs in the Key of Life" — the ambitious double album that debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in 1976. What's your favorite song from the album? Tell us below!
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Michigan Advance @michiganadvance.com · 28/09/2026
Michigan Advance Trivia: Legendary Detroit newscaster Bill Bonds was known for many things, including his appearance in 1971’s “Escape from the Planet of the Apes.” Who was his real-life co-anchor who also appeared in movies, most notably 1976’s “Rocky”? Check back later for the answer.
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Found on VHS @foundonvhs.com · 28/09/2026
WXYZ Detroit Station ID Promo Recorded September 25, 1993 on ABC/WXYZ 7 in Detroit, MI #StationID #WXYZDetroit #ABC #Channel7 #CaptainPlanet #1990s #interstitial #promo #CGI #logo #Detroit
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
🍁🍂 There's so much happening at our museums - and beyond - this Fall! Learn more from CEO Elana Rugh on our blog, and then mark your calendar to join us.
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From the CEO: Fall 2026
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The 26-foot cast bronze sculpture features a large seated human figure holding a gilded sphere that symbolizes divinity in its left hand, while its right hand holds a family, which symbolizes all human relationships. Learn more: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
On September 23, 1958, Marshall Fredericks' "The Spirit of Detroit" monument was formally dedicated at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center on Woodward Avenue. Watch a 16 mm film about the completion, installation, and dedication of the iconic statue in our video archive: youtu.be/nTizpBHrMqs?...
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The Spirit of Detroit (1959)
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DJ Fusion [FuseBox Radio/The Futon Dun] @fuseboxradio.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Motown's Rosalind Ashford, Detroit native and Vandellas star, has died l Detroit Free Press www.freep.com/story/enterta...
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Motown's Rosalind Ashford, Detroit native and Vandellas star, has died
Rosalind Ashford hit the high notes on a host of Motown hits during her time with Martha and the Vandellas. The Detroit native died Tuesday at 83.
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UM Population Studies Center @um-psc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Ren Farley, a force of nature, dedicated his life to addressing racial inequality and residential segregation. He left a mark on demography, on the city of Detroit, and on all the people in his orbit. myumi.ch/G7974
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Remembering Reynolds Farley: An Expert on Detroit, the Census, and America’s Racial Divide
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Reynolds (Ren) Farley, a sociologist and demographer who used Census data to illuminate the persistence of racial segregation in American cities, died on September 12, at 88. He was...
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Located at the confluence of the Rouge and Detroit rivers, the newly built fairgrounds offered industrial exhibits, horticultural presentations, musical entertainment, races, and livestock competitions alongside a "colossal" art display.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
On September 17, 1889, the grand Detroit International Exposition and Fair opened on 72 acres in the area known as Delray: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
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All Roads Led to Detroit: 1889 Detroit International Fair and Exposition
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
🐟 Learn more: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
On September 15, 2012, the Belle Isle Aquarium reopened after a seven-year closure due to budgetary constraints. Dating back to 1904, the Belle Isle Aquarium is the oldest public aquarium in the continental United States and, at the time of its opening, the third largest in the world.
Color postcard image of the Belle Isle Aquarium and Conservatory in Detroit, Michigan.
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USLUCK - USLUCK.COM [Unofficial] @usluck.com.web.brid.gy · 14/09/2026
A 1910 Detroit Electric Advert. by Botellas_Antigues97
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
See more details - including a 360 high-res view - on our website: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online... 📅 Cars at the Station event info: Michigan Central Station Friday, September 11, 4 - 9 p.m. Saturday, September 12, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. carsatthestation.com
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Look for our 1910 Packard Rescue Wagon on display this weekend at Cars at the Station, as the event recognizes the 25th anniversary of 9/11. This was DFD's 1st rescue vehicle used by its "Flying Squad" & recognized as the oldest unrestored (in original condition) Packard fire truck in existence.
1910 Packard Rescue Wagon, red with leather seats and brass accents.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Discover practical executive leadership resources, personalized financial coaching, inspiring speakers, restorative wellness experiences, and opportunities to connect with organizations and fellow founders who can help move your business forward.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
📅 Save the date! Celebrate National Women's Small Business Month with a day designed for women entrepreneurs: October 24, 2026 @ the Detroit Historical Museum. Participation is FREE. Registration required: 1066.blackbaudhosting.com/1066/HustleH...
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
On September 10, 1966, the new passenger terminal building at Detroit City Airport was dedicated. This bi-fold program from the event is housed in our collection. Learn more about City Airport, now known as Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
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Midbrow Detroit @midbrowdetroit.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
A new Detroit Historical Museum exhibit follows women artists of the Arab diaspora through grief, exile, and quiet acts of hope.
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What War Leaves Behind
A new Detroit Historical Museum exhibit follows women artists of the Arab diaspora through grief, exile, and quiet acts of hope.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
On September 8, 1895, this Detroit Citizens Street Railway Company transfer ticket from our collection was issued. It shows a map of routes and has been punched in the center of the card, as well as in the 11 o'clock space along the right edge. Learn more: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
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Michael @michaelklamerus.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
At the Palladium exhibit at the Detroit Historical Museum. Anyone need some tables to roll for or a signed N-Gage game? (genuinely a really neat exhibit even if you aren’t into Palladium but are interested in Detroit ttrpg history)
Various panels on the history of Palladium, the Detroit gaming center, and book cover artVarious palladium books and n-gage gamePanel on the history of the Detroit Gaming CenterThree big covers of palladium books like Robotech, the fantasy roleplaying game, and Rifts Underseas
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
On August 28, 1924, the Detroit & Cleveland Navigation Co. steamboat Greater Detroit embarked on her maiden voyage from Detroit to Buffalo. This advertising card notes that the vessel was 550 feet in length, contained 650 staterooms and parlors, and traveled at a speed of 21 miles per hour.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Henry Leland's personal 1905 "Osceola" (above) - the first fully enclosed car built by Cadillac - is held in our collection. Learn more: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
On August 27, 1902 the Cadillac Automobile Company was launched out of the remnants of Henry Ford's second, failed business. Its founder, Henry Leland, convinced former Ford board of directors that he could create a viable company, using a motor he had developed for the Olds Motor Vehicle Company.
Early Cadillac automobile with wood spoke wheels, rubber tires, and enclosed dark green body.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Author's info if you would like to ask that question: bjstrawter.com
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Hi - this is an article from Blac Detroit magazine. Don't know where they got the art.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
"History should not be treated as something important only when someone can afford to save it." blac.media/features/who...
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Who Pays to Keep Black History Alive?
Black history is more than what happened to us. It is what we built, survived, created and changed.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🚙 Learn more: www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
On August 26, 1950, Ransom E. Olds died in Lansing, Michigan at 86 years old. His use of the assembly line, though stationary not automated, and his early development of a successful auto model led many to consider him the father of the automobile.
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Hour Detroit Magazine @hourdetroit.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
’Hour Detroit’ contributor Bill Dow looks back on the construction, opening, and evolution of the Renaissance Center in downtown Detroit. www.hourdetroit.com/from-the-magazi…
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The Way It Was: The History of the Renaissance Center
’Hour Detroit’ contributor Bill Dow looks back on the construction, opening, and evolution of the Renaissance Center in downtown Detroit.
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Maps and History @respectfully.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
[Real Estate Exchange from Dime Bank building, Detroit, Mich.] ([between 1918 and 1919]) By: Detroit Publishing Co. #history #photography #historicalphoto www.loc.gov/pictures/collection/det…
[Real Estate Exchange from Dime Bank building, Detroit, Mich.]
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
With the generous support of donor Alberta T. Elder, Camp Detroit returns each summer to show kids firsthand how learning can happen anywhere—and how much there is to discover right here in Detroit. Learn more on our blog. www.detroithistorical.org/learn/online...
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Camp Detroit: A Week of History, Discovery, and Fun
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
⛵🌤️ We had a great time at Camp Detroit! Earlier this month, 30 students joined us for a week of exploration at the Dossin Great Lakes Museum and other sites around the city.
A group of kids completes a craft project sat at a round table with a blue table cloth and colorful paper supplies.
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Poppy Lyttle-King @poppylyttle.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
The Detroit Bird not from Detroit that all Detroiters love
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Les-Boogie @lesboogie.blacksky.app · 20/08/2026
August 20th, 1920. The first commercial radio station, 8MK (now WWJ), begins daily broadcasts as the "Detroit News Radiophone".
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7 News Detroit @wxyzdetroit.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
If approved, people in Oakland and Wayne counties would get free access to both museums, plus seniors and students would receive free transportation for tours. www.wxyz.com/news/detroit-historica… 
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DetroitAguilar @detroitaguilar.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
It took years, & it was almost killed by a Lansing political fight, but a millage proposal will be on Nov. ballot for Oakland & Wayne counties for #Detroit's Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and Detroit Historical Society. @detroitnews.com www.detroitnews.com/story/news/l...
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Two Detroit cultural institutions to ask Wayne, Oakland voters for dedicated tax
The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and Detroit Historical Society will ask voters in the two counties for a .2 mill dedicated tax.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
The Dossin Great Lakes Museum FBF! www.hourdetroit.com/the-way-it-w...
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The Way It Was: The Opening of the Dossin Great Lakes Museum
’Hour Detroit’ contributor Bill Dow looks back on the opening of the Dossin Great Lakes Museum on Belle Isle in 1959.
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Detroit Historical Society @detroithistorical.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Lecture details and registration: www.detroithistorical.org/events/beyon...
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Beyond the Stars & Stripes: Flag Stories - Quad Anniversary Lecture Series
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