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Motown Historical Museum

2648 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit, MI 48208
313-875-2264
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Ranked #2 of 61 attractions in Detroit
Type: Specialty Museums, Historic Sites
Fee: Yes
Traveler Description: The Motown Historical Museum at 2648 W. Grand Boulevard Detroit, Michigan 48208 was once the headquarters of Motown Records and Tamla Records during... more »
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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

This is an absolute must see in Detroit. This is the cultural highlight of Detroit that changed the beats of music globally forever. Go back in time to the real live workings and stars of Motown. Steve Wonder's godson was our guide who entertained and sang along the way. He had us clicking and clapping and eventually singing. Absolutely fabulous!... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Wonderful and very organized guided tour of the Motown Gordy home/ office. No glamour as I expected, more informational and classic. Home is well preserved to the time. Tour guide was young and energetic, very knowledgeable. I would love to see an additional tour showcasing the Glitz and over the top of Motown as well. Motown is global, the world... More

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new jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

the tour was great and our guide was so much fun and knowledgeable to actually go thru the real house where so much amazing music was produced is wonderful you have to do this

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013 via mobile

A rather quaint, simple collection of the beginning of the historic Motown Recording studio. Don't expect glitz or glamour as that's not the beginning was for this historic business. Mr. Gordy was a true visionary. Too bad the business left Detroit. Make a visit you will not be sorry.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

My Mom grew up in the 50s-60s so she had to go to Motown during our recent visit. She was not disappointed and neither were the rest of us. Our tour guide, Glen C, was a treat-energetic, friendly, entertaining and sang along the way! Enjoyed learning more about Barry Gordy and others that got Motown started. Best part was sitting... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Just toured it today. You must know in advance it's low tech, no bells and whistles, and it's fairly small. But it's well maintained and compelling to those of us who love that Motown sound. First - a brief video presentation. Large, BEAUTIFUL photographs of the musicians/personnel along with album covers, gold and platinum records, and. A few rooms have... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

What a great place to visit. Our tour guide was great, very enthusiastic and a lot of fun. She gave us lots of facts about Barry Gordy and all of the Motown Artists. She answered all of our questions, had us singing and dancing, it was great! I would like to go back just to see what I missed. For... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

This museum tour was fabulous. Our Tour guide was Bobbie and she is outstanding. Extremely knowledgeable, and I learned a lot. When in the world famous Studio A how can you not be in awe, the spot where legends recorded their hits. Definitely check this out when visiting Detroit.

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Tulsa, Oklahoma
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

Be still my heart!!! If you get anywhere near Detroit, put Hitsville USA on your list. This tour was amazing. They have left the houses in much the same condition with the musty smells and creaky floors. Our tour guide was Glen who identified himself as being Stevie Wonders' godson. He had the pics to prove it!! He is 22... More

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Beverly Hills, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

NOT TO BE MISSED! If you like music, if you like Motown, if you like history, or if you like a more personal interaction with the subject, you will love this museum!

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