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Farmington Hills, Michigan: Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum

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Address:
31005 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills, MI
Directions:
I-696 Orchard Lake Rd exit. Two miles north, on the left side, just South of 14 Mile Rd, in the shopping plaza next to the Borders and behind the California Pizza Kitchen.
Hours:
M-Th 10-9, F-Sa 10-11, Su 11-9 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
248-626-5020
Admission:
Free to look.
RA Rates:
Major Fun
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Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum.

Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum

An uber-arcade and curiosity museum, packed to bursting with fun time-wasters, including P.T. Barnum's fake version of the already-fake Cardiff Giant. Building to be demolished, but the museum hopes to stay open through 2024, then move to a new location.

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Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum

A group of us arcade enthusiasts went here. It was jam packed with fun, weird machines. They also had a few newer games, as well as pinball.

[Kelly S., 06/10/2022]

Musical Ferris Wheel for kids.

Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum

My entire family loved this museum. There are definitely attractions that will entertain everyone, as well as tons of kitschy decor. Marvin's is one of my favorite finds ever. It was so much fun.

[Traci Rowlett, 03/22/2021]
Marvin's Marvelous Mechanical Museum

Old and new video games and carnival coin machines. Still going strong. A few machines ate our quarters, and the snack bar usually has a line (You might have to worm your way into getting one of the few tables), but it's definitely worth a stop!

[Donna, 02/24/2013]

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