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Detroit, Michigan: Hitsville, U.S.A.: The Motown Museum

Berry Gordy Jr.'s original recording studio for the greats of Motown, from Marvin Gaye to Diana Ross to the Jackson 5. Artifacts displayed, such as Michael Jackson's hat. Historical marker out front.

Address:
2648 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI
Directions:
From downtown, take Woodward Ave. north to Milwaukee, turn left, at Cass Ave. turn right. At West Grand Blvd. turn left, go one mile to museum on left.
Hours:
Hours vary. Closed M. Closed Su. except for Jul-Aug. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Admission:
Prices vary by day.
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Hitsville, U.S.A.

Hitsville, U.S.A.: The Motown Museum

Very busy and touristy place -- but worth it. Great tour. Plan accordingly, as they sell out. Outside dancing music and shop.

[Rose Howe, 08/14/2023]

Recording studio.

Hittsville, U.S.A. - The Motown Museum

They now let you take pictures in the Hittsville USA recording studio.

[jtsortofbored, 09/09/2018]

Hitsville USA.

Hittsville, U.S.A. - The Motown Museum

Hittsville, U.S.A. is such an amazing place to visit. We were taken back to the great ones of soul. Very surreal.

[Tracy, 10/03/2016]

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