The Michigan History Museum offers five levels of permanent and changing exhibits that tell the story of Michigan's past from pre-contact through the late 20th century. Exhibits include interactive computers, audio-visual presentations and hands-on elements. Please allow at least 90 minutes for your visit.
The Michigan History Museum is open seven days a week:
The Michigan History Museum is closed on official state holidays and several other days throughout the year. Please visit our Holiday Closing Schedule for complete information.
The following shows individual admission charges for visitors to the Michigan History Museum.
Sunday admission is free for all visitors. You can save on admission and museum store purchases when you become a Michigan History Center member.
The Michigan History Museum is located in the Michigan Library and Historical Center building Downtown Lansing, two blocks west of the State Capitol Building.
Our address is:
702 West Kalamazoo Street
Lansing, MI 48915
Visitor parking is located south of the building, with a $1 hourly fee (maximum $8) on weekdays. Weekend parking is free. Buses park for free every day; please see instructions below. Visitors should use the Kalamazoo Street entrance, turning onto the circle drive to enter the visitor parking lot.
Additional public parking is available north of the building across Allegan Street (east of the Hall of Justice and Vietnam Memorial). However, the north entrance of the Michigan Library and Historical Center building is not accessible to those who cannot use stairs.
Tips on using the automated parking system:
Bus drivers: When you arrive, pull forward close to the entrance gate. Laser sensors will note your arrival and the gate will be opened from a remote location. This may take a moment, so please be patient. Buses never need to use a credit/debit card to open the gate. If there is a problem, please press the button on the gate for assistance. Park in the areas designated for bus parking. When exiting the lot, please follow the same procedure as when entering. The exit gate is located across the lot from the entrance gate.
While visiting the Michigan History Museum, the following amenities are available:
From hands-on/minds-on programs to individualized self-guided activities, the Michigan History Museum is a place where families make discoveries and enjoy good times together. Get a membership for your family for free admission to the museum.
Check out our family programs and download fun activity guides to use during your visit:
Personal photography without flash for private use is permitted in the museum and on the grounds. Photographs may not be published, sold or otherwise distributed for commercial purposes.
Photography for weddings and other special events is allowed in the museum during regular open hours with advance permission. Please contact us in advance to schedule a time. Download our non-commercial photography policy agreement (PDF) for more information.
The Michigan History Museum is located inside the Michigan Library and Historical Center. Designated disability parking is available at the south (wheelchair-accessible) entrance of the building.
A wheelchair may be borrowed (subject to availability) by museum visitors. All museum exhibit spaces are wheelchair accessible.
In addition:
Pets accompanied by and under the control of their human friends are welcome on the grounds of this site. Pets may not enter any building. However, service animals are always welcome.
Please email us at MHCinfo@Michigan.gov or telephone 517-335-2573.
Updated 08/29/2019