Motown Museum

History 

There would be no museum without Berry Gordy, who founded Motown Records in 1959. It was not until 1985 that Esther Gordy Edwards established the Motown Museum. Today, the museum is located in the original headquarters and recording studio used by Berry Gordy. A $55 million 50,000-square-foot expansion is planned for the museum's future. The plan is to turn the small home-based museum into an entertainment destination. 

Exhibits 

Enjoy an in-depth experience of Motown’s history as you walk through the museum. You will see an impressive collection of costumes, memorabilia, photographs, and artifacts from Motown’s biggest and most influential people. You can also see the fully restored upper flat where Berry Gordy lived with his family during the early days of the record label. You will also see the original Studio A with all of the original equipment, where some of Motown’s most famous artists recorded from 1959 to 1972. 

Tours 

The tours at the Motown Museum are unlike any other museum. Visitors are expected to participate by being ready to sing and dance. Tours take about one hour.

Shop

The on-site gift shop is the perfect place to pick up a souvenir to bring home with you. The shop has apparel, accessories, jewelry, Motown library collectibles, and novelty items. 

How To Visit 

If you want to visit the Motown Museum, you need to purchase tickets in advance online. Tickets are available for a specific day and time. They are first-come, first-served and do sell out. Adult tickets are $20. Children and senior tickets are $17. The museum hours are as follows. 

Mon & Tue: Closed
Wed - Thurs - Fri - Sun: 10 AM - 6 PM
Sat: 10 AM - 8 PM

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