Callers are encouraged to have second and third choices of dates, should their first choice be unavailable. To use the resources of the museum most effectively for teaching Michigan history, teachers are encouraged to plan their visit for less busy times of the year. Young children and students of Michigan history will benefit from visits that concentrate on one part of the exhibits or a few selected galleries rather than trying to see the whole museum.
Admission is free.
The facility is accessible to the disabled. Teachers and chaperons are responsible for their students' behavior. Groups receive a brief orientation to the museum before their self-guided tour. The Docent Guild provides trained volunteers who offer introductions to the various galleries and answer visitors' questions throughout the museum. Groups should plan a minimum of two hours for the museum visit.