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Preserving Michigan's contribution
to the defense of democracy
The Michigan Military Technical & Historical Society opened the Museum on 11/11/11 and is dedicated to preserving the stories of Michigan citizens who served and sacrificed, here and abroad, from WWI to the present. Our 11,000 square feet Museum exhibits the actual equipment, weapons, uniforms and other artifacts that highlight the substantial impact that Michigan has contributed in the defense of democracy.
Hours & Admission
We will be closed September 4-6
Friday 12-3
Saturday 10-5
Sunday 12-4
Other times by appointment
Ages 16 and over: $5.00
Families (2 adults & children under 16): $7.00
Seniors, Military & Students with ID: $3.00
Admission is free for Eastpointe residents and EBT Cardholders
If you have a research question for us? Email mimths@mimths.org
upcoming events
Now showing:
1936 Second Army Maneuvers in Allegan, Michigan
2026-2027 Lecture Sponsors
Heavy Tank
Robert & Dorothee Causley
Medium Tank
RJ & Michelle Hayden
Light Tank
Cynthia Bieniek
Brian Bonkosky
RJ and Michelle Hayden
Mary Lamparter
Amelia Lowe & George Matosh
John Merritt
September 19, 9-Noon: Cars and Coffee
October 17, 9-Noon: Cars and Coffee
October 18th at 2 p.m.: Presentation on “The Ritchie Boys” A secret U.S. Army intelligence unit during World War II consisting of nearly 20,000 personnel, including thousands of German and Austrian Jewish refugees who used their language skills to interrogate prisoners and gather critical battlefield intelligence. Presented by the Zekelman Holocaust Center speakers bureau.
November 8th at 2 p.m.: The Sinking of the USS Indianapolis. A presentation by Barry Levine.
November 15th at 2 p.m.: World War I Armor Camouflage and Markings. A presentation by Glen Broman.
December 6th at 2 p.m.: Sharing a Soldier's Stories: World War II Letters from a GI”. Presentation and book signing by Pam Berry.
January 10th at 2 p.m.: Chaos and Civilization: How Sanitation Forged Empires Before Metal Ever Did. A presentation by Joe Schotthoefer from Doetsch Environmental Services.
January 31st at 2 p.m.: Vietnam Experiences A presentation by the Vietnam Veterans Association Chapter 154 Speakers Bureau.
February 21st at 2 p.m.: The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, nicknamed the "Six Triple Eight," was the first and only predominantly Black, multi-ethnic women's unit from the U.S. Women's Army Corps (WAC) deployed overseas during World War II. Presented by Wolverine Chapter 67, WACVA-AWU
March 7th at 2p.m.: American Nazis: Antisemitism in the United States. How did America respond to the rise of Nazism in Europe? What actions did the United States take during the Holocaust? By exploring these questions, you will gain awareness of the history of antisemitism on individuals and institutions. We will encourage you to think critically about the US response to Nazi ideology and the Holocaust and make connections to ongoing antisemitism at home. Presented by the Zekelman Holocaust Center speakers bureau.
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The Michigan Military Technical and Historical Society welcomes patrons with disabilities. MIMTHS does not discriminate on the bases of disability in admission or access to its programs and activities. Our Museum has barrier-free entrances, dedicated parking spaces and is wheelchair accessible. Please contact us prior to your visit for other accommodations.
MIMTHS is a 501(c)(3) Charitable Solicitation Registration #426554
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