Motown Museum, Detroit

The Motown Museum, also known as Hitsville U.S.A., stands as a proud testament to the birthplace of the Motown Sound, a musical movement that forever transformed American music. Nestled in the heart of Detroit, Michigan, this museum was once the home of the legendary Motown Records, where iconic artists like Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, and The Temptations recorded their chart-topping hits.

The museum occupies the original Motown headquarters, including the famed Studio A, where visitors can step into the very room where some of the 20th century's most influential music was created. The site has been preserved, allowing fans to experience the authentic atmosphere of the 1960s recording studio.

The Motown Museum's mission is to share the story of Motown Record Corporation's success, as well as to educate and motivate people, especially youth, through exhibitions and programs that promote the values of vision, creativity, and entrepreneurship. The museum showcases a vast collection of memorabilia, photographs, costumes, and records that tell the tale of Motown's rise and its impact on music and culture.

Founded by Esther Gordy Edwards in 1985, the museum also aims to preserve the legacy of Motown Record Corporation and its founder, Berry Gordy. The historic site attracts visitors from around the world, eager to learn about the origins of hits such as "My Girl," "What's Going On," and "You Can't Hurry Love."

Open to the public year-round, the Motown Museum offers guided tours that provide an intimate glimpse into the lives of the artists and the music-making process that made Motown a global phenomenon. Each tour is led by knowledgeable guides who bring the history of Motown to life with stories and songs.