About us
The Gordon L. Grosscup Museum of Anthropology exhibit gallery is located in room 1227 of the Old Main Building, at 4841 Cass Avenue, Detroit, MI. It's situated in the main hallway of the first floor of Old Main and we recommend you enter from the Cass Avenue entrance and head up the entranceway stairwell to the main floor. See the WSU campus map for a visual aid. Metered parking is located along the streets surrounding the museum. Admission is free.
The Museum of Anthropology exhibits are hosted in our 1500 sq. ft. gallery. The Archaeology Lab is outfitted with binocular and polarizing microscopes, thin-sectioning equipment, a kiln for ceramic analyses, photographic and reproduction equipment, computers and scanner and surveying, mapping and drafting equipment and software. The Anthropology Library has a substantial collection of books on Michigan History, general archaeology and Latin America; various series of local and trade journals; and a collection of anthropology-related videos.
Wayne State students and faculty utilize the museum spaces for conducting research, hosting public and academic events and instruction in archaeology, museum studies and anthropology. Read about our museum's history.
For researchers
For scholars outside of the university inquiring about collections access, please email us with your request. Responses may take up to two weeks due to staff availability.
Annual report
- Gordon L. Grosscup Museum of Anthropology Annual Report 2023
- Gordon L. Grosscup Museum of Anthropology Annual Report 2023 (accessible doc)
Contact us
Old Main Bldg, Suite 1227
4841 Cass Avenue
Detroit, MI 48201