Museum - Detroit Historical Society in Detroit, Michigan

On January 5, 1916, this portrait was taken of Detroit firefighters posed with a new Seagraves pumper engine, which was put into service that day. Pictured are steam engineer Mike Stadler, Tony Gustomski, Ed Bloom, retired chief Edwin J. Hess, Timothy Tews, (upper row, left to right) F. Malecek, Schwartz, Anthony Kort, Captain Thomas Noyes and John Edward Quirk.

On January 4, 1916, this postcard from our collection was postmarked. It shows the passenger steamer City of Detroit III underway, with many people on the deck.

New exhibit for a new year! The newest exhibit at the Detroit Historical Museum brings the 20’s roaring back to life! Opening January 9th. https://www.freep.com//detroit-bootlegging-al/4099699001/

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On January 3, 1947, a window display at Himelhoch's Department Store featured female mannequins dressed in suits and fur coats, who appear to be waiting for spring.

On December 13, 1891, the First Congregational Church's new building at Woodward and Forest was dedicated. It's pictured here in a postcard image ca. 1910.

On January 2, 1875. Eber Brock Ward, Detroit's first millionaire industrialist, died. Learn more about him in our Online Encyclopedia: https://detroithistorical.org//encyclopedi/ward-eber-brock

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On November 11, 1918, an armistice brought an end to fighting on land, sea and air in World War I. Visit our collections blog to learn about an often-overlooked support group from the war, American Red Star Animal Relief.

On January 1, 1879, the new Michigan State Capitol was dedicated in Lansing. Here, Governor Charles M. Croswell poses with former governors Alpheus Felch, John J. Bagley, David H. Jerome, Henry P. Baldwin and Austin Blair on the building's steps.

On December 12, 1987, a birthday celebration was held for Rob Tyner of the MC5 at the Vanity Ballroom, featuring performances by the Vertical Pillows, Hysteric Narcotics, and the Orange Roughies. This poster advertising the event was designed by Mark Arminski.

Join us for the 21st Annual Lost Mariners Remembrance.

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DEADLINE EXTENDED! There's still time to join our Youth Advisory Council (YAC)! Council members will gain first-hand experience in how the Society tells Detroit’s stories, why those stories matter, and together with their cohort and DHS staff, chart the future of our modern museum. Application are due November 20: https://bit.ly/2GG6m6K

On December 11, 1911, the Detroit Zoological Society was organized. This 1912 certificate signifies the life membership of Edwin S. George in the organization and notes that it was founded for "Establishment of a Zoological Park and the Preservation of Wild Animal Life."

On December 10, 1914, James J. Brady conceived the idea of Old Newsboys collecting for the Goodfellow Fund to ensure "No Kiddie without a Christmas." The organization continues its work to this day, and a statue honoring Brady stands on Belle Isle.

On November 10, 1975, the ore carrier S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior near Whitefish Point, killing all 29 sailors on board. Tonight, we honor them and other sailors lost on the lakes in our 21st Annual Lost Mariners Remembrance, taking place virtually on the Dossin Great Lakes Museum page at 7 p.m.

Tomorrow night, join us to honor all those lost on the inland seas in our virtual 21st Annual Lost Mariners Remembrance! Watch the livestream starting at 7 p.m. on the Dossin Great Lakes Museum page.

On November 9, 1912, the sidewheel passenger steamship S.S. Seeandbee was launched at the Detroit Dry Dock Company. Many workmen are shown here standing along the taffrail of the ship and a large crowd of onlookers can be seen on the dock in the foreground.

On November 8, 1924, this view of Michigan Avenue from Campus Martius was captured. An electric streetcar with a sign that reads "Cyril Maude" approaches, as two early automobiles cross its path. The Majestic Building, housing the Central Savings Bank, is on the immediate right.

On November 7, 1957, the John C. Lodge Freeway was dedicated. The Lodge was built in segments during the 1950s and 1960s and is pictured here ca. 1955.

Looking for a COVID-19 safe thing to do? Look no further! We’re offering guided, small group tours (under 15 visitors) at the Detroit Historical Museum, available by appointment: https://bit.ly/34fjpFs Choose from four tour options including our Detroit 67: Perspectives and African American History tours!

On November 6, 1973, Coleman A. Young was elected Detroit's first black mayor. He spent ten years in Lansing before declaring his candidacy for mayor, a position he would hold through 1993. Learn more about Young in our online encyclopedia: https://detroithistorical.org//encyclopedia-/young-coleman