Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Detroit, United States

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Number of sights 5 sights
Distance 1 km
Ascend 16 m
Descend 18 m

Experience Detroit in United States in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Activities in DetroitIndividual Sights in Detroit

Sight 1: Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History

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The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, or The Wright, is located in Detroit, Michigan in the US; inside the city's Midtown Cultural Center is one of the world's oldest independent African-American museums.

Wikipedia: Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History (EN), Website, Opening Hours

238 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 2: Scarab Club

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Scarab Club The original uploader was Stanthejeep at English Wikipedia. / CC BY-SA 2.5

The Scarab Club is an artists' club, gallery, and studio in the Cultural Center Historic District of Detroit, Michigan, located at 217 Farnsworth Street, near the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Detroit Science Center. It was designated a Michigan State Historic Site in 1974 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

Wikipedia: Scarab Club (EN), Website

151 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 3: Michigan Science Center

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Michigan Science Center

The Michigan Science Center (MiSci) is a Smithsonian-affiliate science museum in Detroit, Michigan. The mission of the Michigan Science Center is to inspire curious minds of all ages to discover, explore and appreciate science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) in a creative, dynamic learning environment. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, MiSci relies on the generous support of donors, sponsors, community partners and members.

Wikipedia: Michigan Science Center (EN), Website

315 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 4: Maccabees Building

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The Maccabees Building is a historic building located at 5057 Woodward Avenue in Midtown Detroit, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, and is currently owned by Wayne State University.

Wikipedia: Maccabees Building (EN)

328 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 5: Detroit Historical Museum

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The Detroit Historical Museum is located at 5401 Woodward Avenue in the city's Cultural Center Historic District in Midtown Detroit. It chronicles the history of the Detroit area from cobblestone streets, 19th century stores, the auto assembly line, toy trains, fur trading from the 18th century, and much more.

Wikipedia: Detroit Historical Museum (EN), Website

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