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The birthplace of great American cars and home to many legends of modern music, Detroit is an endlessly fun and fascinating travel destination for your school group. You can explore Thomas Edison’s original laboratory or delve into industrial history in the Henry Ford Museum. Discover the "Motown" sound by touring the famous historical museum of the same name. Detroit’s river tours will also allow your students to learn about historic Detroit, set to the background of it’s vibrant waterfront.

Detroit School Trip Highlights
Ford Sites

Fasten your seat belts for the ultimate manufacturing experience with a tour of various Ford Family sites throughout Detroit. The Ford Rouge Factory Tour is an awe-inspiring thrill ride and venture behind the scenes at one of the world's largest automotive complexes. Also explore the Henry Ford Greenfield Village and the beautiful Edsel and Eleanor Ford House.

The Renaissance Center

A one hour tour showcases the face of Detroit's most famous building and outlines the rich history that General Motors shares with Detroit. Take a glass elevator ride to the 72nd floor for a 360 degree view of two countries.

Science Center

Michigan's largest science center features hundreds of hands-on exhibits, live stage shows, Michigan's only IMAX® Dome Theatre, the Dassault Systémes Planetarium and traveling exhibitions. The Detroit Science Center is fun for all ages and a group guide is provided.

Motown Historical Museum

The museum exhibits trace the roots of Motown’s remarkable story and chronicle its impact on 20th century popular music. Check out this story’s humble beginnings in the small house in Detroit christened, Hitsville USA.

Charles H. Wright

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History is the world's largest institution dedicated to the African American experience. The Museum provides exhibitions and programs that explore the diversity of African American history and culture.

Detroit Historical Museum

Visitors to the Detroit Historical Museum will enjoy exhibits showcasing more than 300 years of the region’s history, which spans from the time when the French first came to Detroit through the city’s rise to become the Motor City and Motown.

The First Congregational Church of Detroit

Experience over 159 years of history and the unique architectural design of this spiritually significant church. As one of the national forerunners in the Anti-slavery movement, the Congregational Church also has a rich history in the Underground Railroad.

Detroit Institute of Art

The Detroit Institute of Arts is proud to claim one of the largest, most significant art collections in the nation. With a collection of over 60,000 works, this art institute brings the culture and creativity of the world to your student group.

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Day 1
- Arrive in Detroit
- Charles H Wright Museum
- Lunch
- Detroit Historical Museum
- Detroit Institute of Art
- Dinner
- Evening Activity

Day 2
- Breakfast
- Detroit Science Center
- Lunch
- Motown Museum
- The Charles H. Wright Museum
- Dinner and river tour

Day 3
- Breakfast
- Edsel & Eleanor Ford House
- Lunch
- Henry Ford Museum
-Rouge Factory Tour
- Prepare for return Home

* Please Note: some activities listed are seasonal, and therefore will be available only on specific travel dates

  
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