Welcome to the Book Club of Detroit
The Book Club of Detroit is a non-profit, membership-based association of area bibliophiles who meet periodically to share their mutual interests in all things related to books and collecting.
Our members come from all walks of life, but we have in common our love of books and the printed page, including illustrations, fine printing and bindings, writing, history, conservation, bibliography, publishing and design.
We meet several times throughout the year to enjoy a variety of programs featuring authors, book collecting experts, and special guests.
Our venues include the homes of private collectors, libraries, rare book rooms, special exhibitions, book shops, and other unique places.
Our events are always lively, imaginative, and informative. Founded in 1958 in the city of Detroit, our diverse club is now composed of members from many areas of southeast Michigan and even some from out of state.
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Upcoming Events
in 2024
An Evening with Kenneth Gloss, Brattle Books! Feb. 22, 7 p.m., via Zoom
The famed appraiser and proprietor of Boston’s storied Brattle Book Shop was our guest speaker for this free event! If you missed this evening of fascinating anecdotes and insights into the world of book collecting, not to worry; the video has been posted to BCD’s new YouTube channel!
Tour of Paulson Aviation Library/Major Joseph L. Tebor, U.S. Army (Retired), “Battle of Persuasion: PSYOP in the Vietnam War,” April 13, 1:30 p.m., EAA 113 Aviation Center, Mettetal Airport, Canton, MI
A fascinating first-person account of a little-known aspect of the Vietnam War: The U.S. Army’s propaganda campaign. Before Major Tebor’s presentation, BCD members and guests enjoyed a tour of the Paulson Aviation Library, one of Michigan’s most specialized book collections. More about this event here.