Cheap Detroit Activities
Cheapism's editors recommend the best cheap Detroit activities on foursquare. Here is the complete list:
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Dossin Great Lakes Museum
100 Strand DriveDetroit, MI 48207
Neighborhood: Belle Isle
Phone #: 313-833-5538
URL: www.detroithistorical.org
Museum provides the long maritime history of the Great Lakes & Detroit River. Fun for the whole family, admission is FREE! Check out the S.S. William Clay Ford Pilot House built right in the museum.
Detroit Historical Museum
5401 Woodward AvenueDetroit, MI 48202
Phone #: 313-833-1805
URL: www.detroithistorical.org
One of America’s oldest & largest museums, visitors can go through many exhibits including the Motor City exhibit to learn about the auto industry. Admission is super cheap at only $6/adult & $4/kid.
Pewabic Pottery
10125 E Jefferson AveDetroit, MI 48214
Phone #: 313-626-2000
URL: www.pewabic.org
Explore & learn about American ceramic/pottery art - a little known part of American history, in a historic landmark building. FREE self-guided tours, guided group tours & classes for a low price.
Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory
8109 East JeffersonDetroit, MI 48214
Phone #: 313-821-5428
URL: www.bibsociety.org
Located in Detroit’s Belle Isle, it features 5 horticultural houses w/plants from around the world plus an outdoor Lily Pond Garden. Hours of operation are Wednesday-Sunday 10-5pm. Admission is FREE!
Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History
315 East Warren AvenueDetroit, MI 48201
Phone #: 313-494-5800
URL: www.chwmuseum.org
Learn about African American History through amazing exhibits covering life in Africa, slavery, and getting a job at Detroit’s auto plant. Even has an exhibit on the Negro Baseball League. $8/adult.
Motown Historical Museum
2648 West Grand Blvd.Detroit, MI 48208
Phone #: 313-875-2264
URL: www.motownmuseum.com
Nicknamed Hitsville USA, the museum was actually the original Motown headquarters where stars such as Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and The Supremes recorded hits. Admission is a cheap $10/adult.
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