If you want to visit the Alden B. Dow Home & Studio Archives to conduct research, we are happy to help you plan your visit. The archives is located in the original children’s Playroom of the Alden B. Dow Residence. In the Archives, we have thousands of files and documents that you can review.

Schedule Your Research Appointment

To help us assist you with your research, please email us about your research request needs with possible dates and times. You can also call us at 989.839.2744 to discuss and set-up your research appointment.

Need directions for your visit? Use our online map and directions.

Rules & Regulations

Please read and review our “Rules & Regulations” document prior to your visit.

Reading Room Rules and Regulations 

Research Services

If you need extensive research conducted by the staff of the Alden B. Dow Archives, a research fee of $25.00 per hour will be charged. The minimum charge is one hour. If research charges apply, an estimate will be given in advance.