Events
Wednesday West African Dance Class
Wednesday West African Dance Class 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Instructor(s): Team Temate Join us every Wednesday for an engaging dance class suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our instructors guide the class so that everyone can participate comfortably and grow at their own pace. Please bring water to stay hydrated,
Talking Shop: Martha Mysko on Retail Therapy
Visit MOCAD and join Artist Martha Mysko and Susanne Feld Hilberry Curator Isabella Nimmo as they hold an informal in-gallery conversation exploring Mysko’s new body of work in her solo exhibition, Retail Therapy. Attendees will gain insight into her process, inspirations, and the themes that shape the exhibition. https://mocadetroit.org/event/talking-shop-martha-mysko-on-retail-therapy/
Jeff Haas Quintet
Detroit Institute of ArtsRooted in the original works of acclaimed composer Jeff Haas, this eclectic quintet explores the intersection of jazz, funk, R&B, and world music soundscapes. The result is a rich, genre crossing musical voice that is soulful, inventive, and deeply human. Featuring an exceptional lineup of Michigan artists, the group crafts performances that invite connection, reflection,
The Bias Inside us | “But Is You Woke Doe?”
Charles Wright MuseumBut Is You Woke Doe? is an experimental audience engagement program designed to invite reflection, dialogue, and critical conversation around bias, stereotypes, and the ways they shape how we see ourselves and others. Presented in support of The Bias Inside Us, this program creates space for participants to confront assumptions, explore lived experiences, and engage with
Sounds of Summer with DSO
Detroit Symphony OrchestraJoin the DSO at Chandler Park 12831 Frankfort St, Detroit, MI 48213 (concerts to take place at corner of Frankfort and Gray Sts.) Sounds of Summer brings breezy tunes and laid‑back fun to Chandler Park for a concert that feels like pure sunshine. Gather with friends and neighbors for an easygoing musical escape that celebrates
Wednesday West African Dance Class
Wednesday West African Dance Class 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Instructor(s): Team Temate Join us every Wednesday for an engaging dance class suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our instructors guide the class so that everyone can participate comfortably and grow at their own pace. Please bring water to stay hydrated,
Carole Harris + Taylor Renee Aldridge
Join MOCAD for a conversation on This Side of the River, an exhibition exploring the innovative textile practice of Detroit-based artist Carole Harris. The program brings Harris into dialogue with writer and curator Taylor Renee Aldridge, Executive Director of Modern Ancient Brown Foundation, and will be introduced by Abel Gonzalez Fernandez, Curator at MOCAD. https://mocadetroit.org/event/carole-harris-taylor-renee-aldridge/
The Bias Inside Us | Media and Messaging: Who Controls the Narrative?
Charles Wright MuseumThis program explores the powerful role media plays in shaping perception, reinforcing bias, and influencing how stories are told and understood. Media and Messaging: Who Controls the Narrative? invites participants to examine how images, language, and storytelling across news, entertainment, and digital platforms contribute to the formation of stereotypes and public opinion. Through guided discussion
Detroit Multicultural Dance Festival: Opening Ceremony Preview Performances
Detroit Institute of Artsnathan trice / RITUALS: dance, theater, & music kicks off the Detroit Multicultural Dance Festival at the DIA with live preview performances showcasing some of the various dance styles being taught in the festival's classes. Get in the mood to move your body, learn about the histories and traditions behind the dance styles, and experience the vibrant cultural
MOCAD Family Day
Let’s look, make, and connect at MOCAD! Explore the artworks and materials in Olayami Dabls: Detroit Cosmologies. Make your own beads inspired by textures, colors, and materials. Connect with Dabls’ practice that objects communicate, carry intention, and activate memory across cultures. Family Days foster a sense of community and learning that spans all ages, including