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Attractions

Attractions

Here is a list of some of Detroit's key attractions

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Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
Welcome to the world's largest institution dedicated to the African-American experience! The Wright Museum provides learning opportunities, exhibitions, programs and events based on collections and research that explore the diverse history and culture of African-Americans and their African origins. Full Details

The Detroit Institute of Art
The DIA, among the top 10 museums in the country, offers over 100 galleries with art from ancient to modern times. Among the DIA's renowned works are French Impressionist, German Expressionist, American and Flemish paintings. Full Details

Detroit Zoo
An animal-lover's paradise, the Detroit Zoo is situated on 125 acres with many naturalistic habitats. Major exhibits include the Arctic Ring of Life, Australian Outback Adventure, Great Apes of Harambee, National Amphibian Conservation Center, Holden Reptile Conservation Center, Penguinarium and Butterfly Garden. Full Details

Detroit Historical Museum
Exhibitions in the 78,000 sq. ft. facility show the history of southeastern Michigan and include the visitor-favorite The Streets of Old Detroit, recreating Detroit street scenes from the 1840s, 1870s and early 1900s. The Motor City exhibition celebrates 100 years of automotive history in Detroit. Full Details

Dossin Great Lakes Museum
Located on Strand Drive on Belle Isle, the museum’s focus is Great Lakes shipping and maritime history. Exhibitions include the new Built by the River, S.S. William Clay Ford pilot house, the Gothic Room, a ship model gallery and many changing exhibitions. Full Details

Edsel and Eleanor Ford House
Experience the elegant lifestyle of a bygone era at Edsel & Eleanor Ford House in scenic Grosse Pointe Shores. At the home of Henry Ford's only child, Edsel, you'll see original antique furnishings, an impressive collection of fine and decorative art, and much more in a breathtaking 60-room Cotswold mansion. Stroll 87 acres of lakefront gardens and grounds. Fees are $6 for adults, $5 for seniors and $4 for children. Children 5 and under are free. Jan.-March Tue.-Sun 1-4pm; April-Dec. Tues.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. 12:00 noon-4pm. Full Details

Ford Piquette Avenue Plant
Ford Piquette Avenue Plant is the birthplace of the Model T- the most significant automobile of the 20th century. Come walk the floors where the first 12,000 Model Ts were assembled. Full Details

The Henry Ford | Coupon
The Henry Ford brings the American historical experience to life. See JFK's limo, Rosa Parks' bus and thousands of uniquely American innovations at the museum. Greenfield Village features 90 historic buildings, period presenters and artisans. IMAX Theatre open daily. Experience the Ford Rouge Factory Tour and watch the F-150 truck being assembled in the "green" friendly plant. Free parking with membership to The Henry Ford. Full Details

Michigan Science Center
A dynamic hands-on museum with hundreds of exhibits, live stage shows, IMAX, planetarium and cool demo labs. Fun for all ages, the Science Center strives to inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists and innovators. Full Details

Motown Museum
Long known as Hitsville USA, the museum is home of the world-famous Studio A, where The Temptations, Marvin Gaye and countless others recorded with the Funk Brothers. Group rates available for 20 or more visitors. Full Details

Sea Life Michigan Aquarium
SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium sends guests through a highly themed aquarium that brings you nose to nose with sharks, stingrays, jellyfish, sea horses and over 5,000 underwater creatures. To get any closer, you would have to get wet! Full Details

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