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    Berkley Historical Museum
    Located in the old Fire Hall at City Hall, this museum showcases memorabilia from the city archives as well as items contributed by local residents. The museum is open on Sundays and by appointment.
    Address: . Berkley  MI  USA
    Telephone 1 248 544-1470 
     

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    Dexter Area Historical Museum

    Located in the village of Dexter, this museum commemorates the history of the Dexter area. The museum features displays, a genealogical library and gift shop. Items on display include clothing, toys, medical equipment and a complete dentist's office.
    Address: 3443 Inverness Street Dexter  MI  USA  48130
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 734 426-2519 
     

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    Canton Historical Museum

    This museum houses historic documents and artifacts that chronicle Canton's history from the Ice Age to the Nuclear Age. Exhibits delve into the realms of agricultural, military and social history. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, from March through December.
    Address: Canton Center Road Canton  MI  USA
    Telephone 1 734 397-0088 
     

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    Walter P. Chrysler Museum

    Located on the Daimler Chrysler Headquarters property, the Walter P. Chrysler Museum take guests through the history of the company and of their automobiles. With an array of vehicles from 1902 to 1996, a gift shop, interactive presentations, kiosks and much more, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 12pm to 9pm.
    Address: 1 Chrysler Drive Auburn Hills  MI  USA  48326
    Telephone 1 248 944-0001 
     

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    U of M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

    Featuring a collection of nearly 100,000 archeological artifacts from Mediterranean civilizations, the University of Michigan's Kelsey Museum of Archaeology is an ideal place for the history buff. The museum features two permanent galleries and a gallery with changing exhibitions.
    Address: 434 South State Street Ann Arbor  MI  USA  48109
    Telephone 1 734 764-9304 
     

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    Clarkston Heritage Museum

    This museum delves into the history of the Clarkston area through various exhibits and artifacts. Museum tours and programs for school field trips are offered.
    Address: 6495 Clarkston Road Clarkston  MI  USA  48346
     

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    African Bead Museum

    Established in 1985, this museum showcases a collection of African beads, textiles and sculptures spanning over 300 years. The museum is open daily.
    Address: 6559 Grand River Detroit  MI  USA  48208
    Telephone 1 313 898-3007 
     

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    Algonac-Clay Township Historical Museum

    Exhibits at this museum explore various facets of local history, including boat building, boat racing, military and more. The museum was opened in 1997.
    Address: 1240 St. Clair River Drive Algonac  MI  USA  48001
    Telephone 1 810 794-9015 
     

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    Michigan Firehouse Museum

    The Michigan Firehouse Museum is located in the Ypsilanti's former Fire Hall and features fire memorabilia, including extinguishers, ladders, clothing, hose carts and toys. The museum also features restored antique fire engines.
    Address: 110 W. Cross St. Ypsilanti  MI  USA  48197
    Telephone 1 734 547-0663 
     

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    Rentschler Farm Museum
    The Rentschler Farm Museum features displays of farm equipment, a period garden and a 12-room farm house that depict life on a farm in the 1930s. The home is open to the public during the summer months.
    Address: 1265 E. Michigan Ave. Saline  MI  USA
    Telephone 1 734 944-0442 
     

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    Museum of African American History

    This is the world's third largest African American historical and cultural museum. The purpose of the museum is to preserve African and African American history and culture. There are many exhibits, theaters and classrooms in the museum. The museum store has many great gift ideas.
    Address: 315 East Warren Avenue Detroit  MI  48201-1443
    Telephone 1 313 494-5800 
     

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    Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village

    Learn the history behind the famous car inventor, Henry Ford. There are over nine acres of exhibits and millions of artifacts. Their exhibits revolve around transportation, manufacturing, home life, entertainment and technology. An IMAX Theatre is situated in the museum.
    Address: 20900 Oakwood Blvd Dearborn  MI  48124-4088
    Send an Email Send an Email (21) Telephone 1 313 271-1620 
     

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    Kempf House Center for Local History
    The Kempf House Center for Local History commemorates Ann Arbor's early history and demonstrates how a German-American family lived and worked in the 1890s. Guided tours of the restored rooms are available.
    Address: 312 S. Division St. Ann Arbor  MI  USA
    Telephone 1 734 994-4898 
     

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    Motown Historical Museum

    Founded in 1985 by Esther Gordy Edwards, the Motown Historical Museum chronicles the rise of Motown Records. Founder of the Motown Record company and producer on many of the hits of the 60s, Berry Gordy helped to open doors formerly closed to African-American musicians. The museum features Berry Gordy's apartment, the studio where many of the hits were recorded and a plethora of artifacts spanning the last forty years.
    Address: 2648 West Grand Boulevard Detroit  MI  USA  48208
    Send an Email Send an Email (2) Telephone 1 313 875-2264 
     

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    Huron Lightship Museum

    A National Historic Landmark, Huron Lightship Museum was the last lightship to cruise the Great Lakes. The museum is closed from January through March.
    Address: Pine Grove Park Port Huron  MI  USA
    Telephone 1 810 982-0891 
     

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    Detroit Historical Museum

    This museum has over 300 years of history of the Detroit area, including the region of Southeastern Michigan. Learn about the early factories, streets, Motor City, Glancy train, J.L Hudson's and information on the states past.
    Address: 5401 Woodward Avenue Detroit  MI  USA  48202
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 313 833-9720 
     

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    Yankee Air Museum

    The Yankee American Museum commemorates Southeastern Michigan aviation history through a variety of displays. The museum is located in a historic World War II hangar where B-24 bombers were built.
    Address: Willow Run Airport Belleville  MI  USA  48112-0590
    Telephone 1 734 483-4030 
     

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    U of M Stearns Musical Collection
    Featuring more than 2,000 musical instruments, the U of M Stearns Musical Collection is the largest display of instruments in any North American University.
    Address: 1100 Baits Dr. Ann Arbor  MI  USA
    Telephone 1 734 763-4389 
     

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    Washtenaw County Historical Society Museum on Main Street

    The Washtenaw County Historical Society Museum on Main Street was once a private 1830s home. Today the building houses a number of historic artifacts that relate the history of the area.
    Address: 500 N. Main St. Ann Arbor  MI  USA
    Telephone 1 734 662-9092 
     

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    Governor Warner Mansion and Museum
    Housed in a Victorian Italianate mansion built in 1867, this museum displays period furnishings and artifacts. The museum also showcases memorabilia belonging to Fred Warner, who was named Governor of Michigan in 1905, and his family.
    Address: 33805 Grand River Avenue Farmington  MI  USA  48335
    Telephone 1 248 473-7275 
     

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    Birmingham Historical Museum & Park
    This historical museum and park features two historic homes, exhibit galleries, a museum and a historic records library. The gift shop carries local history books, postcards and other souvenir items.
    Address: 556 West Maple Road Birmingham  MI  USA  48009
    Telephone 1 248 642-2817 
     

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    International Gospel Music Hall of Fame & Museum

    Established in 1995, this museum is dedicated to the education and preservation of gospel music. Inductees include Bill White, Andrae Crouch, Fred Hammond, Inez Andews and more.
    Address: 18301 W. McNichols Detroit  MI  USA  48219
    Send an Email Send an Email Telephone 1 313 592-0017 
     

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