Motown Museum hosts annual Founder’s Day on April 25

Motown Museum announced today that on Wednesday, April 25, it will offer half off Motown Museum admission, as well as host a community day event, in memory of the late Motown Museum founder Esther Gordy Edwards’ birthday, which has become known as Founder’s Day. Motown Museum Chairwoman and CEO Robin Terry made the announcement.

Throughout the day, attendees will get to enjoy special performances by Dennis Bowles, Dennis Coffey, Kern Brantley, 2017 Motown MIC winner – Will “The Poet” Langford, and Motown Ignite Summer Camp students. There will also be a DJ and dance floor, food trucks, and other community vendors. The Detroit Police Department will also be onsite to recruit cadets during the event. Activities at the museum will begin at 10 a.m. and conclude at 6 p.m.

“Founder’s Day is a celebration we look forward to every year. Not only is it an opportunity to reflect on Motown’s rich history that has influenced Detroit’s music scene and the music industry in general, but it’s also an opportunity to honor the life and legacy of the Museum’s founder, my grandmother Esther Gordy Edwards,” said Terry. “My grandmother’s steadfast dedication to preserving the legendary history of Motown has made an impact on communities around the world, and especially right here in her hometown of Detroit. We’re excited to share in this celebration with our community and remember Esther for her fierce leadership and caring personality that have solidified Motown Museum’s legacy.”

Edwards founded Motown Museum in 1985. Sister of Motown Records Corporation Founder Berry Gordy, she held a variety of key leadership roles in the company, including senior vice president and corporate secretary.

For more information on Motown Museum, including hours of operation, visit http://www.motownmuseum.org. This offer excludes groups and prior reservations.

About Motown Museum

Founded in 1985 by Esther Gordy Edwards, Motown Museum is a 501(c)(3) not for profit, tax-exempt organization in Detroit. The Museum is committed to preserving, protecting and presenting the Motown story through authentic, inspirational and educational experiences.