Summary
The arts and history millage passed in Wayne and Oakland counties, giving the Charles H. Wright Museum and Detroit Historical Society dedicated funding for ten years — and residents free admission starting next month.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
A ten-year dedicated millage revenue stream funds the museums, while families save on admission costs.
Every resident of Wayne and Oakland counties, who get free admission to the museums.
Property owners who would pay the additional millage.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee
The arts and history millage passed in Wayne and Oakland counties, giving the Charles H. Wright Museum and Detroit Historical Society dedicated funding for ten years — and residents free admission starting next month.
Election 2026: Detroit museums, zoo millages passing in early results
Two millages are on the ballot in Wayne and Oakland counties that will impact cultural institutions.
Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee
Benson asked the council to back the 'Yes to Our Story' campaign — a 0.2 mill Wayne and Oakland County request that would put the Wright Museum, Detroit Historical museums, and city archives on stable funding.
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