Events

The Michigan Philharmonic once again joins forces with the Detroit Institute of Arts to present Miniature Masterpieces, featuring intimate music performed in the DIA’s Rivera Court. This concert includes violinist Kimberly Kaloyanides Kennedy and Michigan Phil oboist Chris Wheeler performing J.S. Bach’s Concerto for Violin and Oboe, BWV 1060R, along with Ottorino Respighi’s Ancient Airs and Dances, Lili

Use fabric, paper, and other materials to create a unique collage portrait inspired by artists in the DIA collection, such as Benny Andrews and Charles McGee, on view now in our African American Galleries.    

This Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the DIA and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History are proud to present Community Sing Along: Songs of Civil Rights, a participatory concert celebrating the power of music to unite people of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences. Whether you’re a seasoned vocalist or simply love to

Create a pencil drawing to take home while taking a closer look at the collection. No experience is necessary, and all supplies are provided. For ages 6 to adult (children 12 and younger should be accompanied by an adult). Capacity is limited. Click Here to Learn More 

Experience the audience favorites from the latest edition of the New York International Children’s Film Festival! These amazing short films from around the world are sure to inspire curiosity and conversation for viewers big and small. Celebrating Black Stories spotlights narratives that transcend national boundaries, culture, and language. With roots in history and tradition, these films share

Join Judy Bowman to help create a collaborative collage in celebration of Black History Month. Judy Bowman is a mixed-media collage artist born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Her art practice centers on exalting America’s Black culture. Through vibrant hues, textured paper, and acrylic paint, Bowman illuminates narratives that move beyond institutional racism and the

Proportioned Orchestra began as an ensemble in June 2016. Initially, the group was comprised of drums, vocals, and double bass. Dr. Professor Leonard King — drummer, vocalist, arranger, and founder of the ensemble — gradually expanded the lineup to include four double bassists, guitar, drums, and vocals. This distinctive instrumentation allows the group to perform

Create a pencil drawing to take home while taking a closer look at the collection. No experience necessary. All supplies provided. For ages 6 and up (children ages 12 and younger should be accompanied by an adult). Capacity is limited. Learn more

Celebrate the final week of Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation with a Hip-Hop showcase featuring projections of animated works by Konstance Patton Ke-nee-go-keshek and Jonathan Thunder, along with performances by rappers KHALFANI and Thomas X. Highlighting shared experiences of Native and Black Americans, each featured artist presents Hip-Hop as a powerful, culturally enriching, and uplifting creative force

Detroit Poet Laureate Jessica Care Moore and award-winning illustrator Dare Coulter bring their poetic visual masterpiece to life in an interactive crown-making workshop, poetry reading, book signing, and writing workshop for children ages 12 and under. Be ready to have fun, create art, use your imagination, and dream big! (90 minutes) The DIA Pop-Up Shop