Events
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,
Lecture: Detroit’s Dynamic Dames
Detroit Historical MuseumJoin the Detroit Historical Society’s Education Coordinator Cate Waldecker for a captivating lecture that explores Detroit through the lives and legacies of the women who helped shape the city. From early figures like Madame de Cadillac to cultural icons such as the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, the program highlights twelve remarkable women whose stories
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,
Containing Black Utopia: A Conversation with Aaron Robertson and Michelle Adams
Charles Wright MuseumExperience a compelling book talk hosted by Orlando P. Bailey and Donna Givens Davidson, featuring two exceptional Detroit authors: Aaron Robertson, author of The Black Utopians, and Michelle Adams, author of The Containment. Together, they will explore the enduring relevance of Black Utopia, freedom, and justice in a timely conversation about history, place, and the
InsideOut Literary Arts — Detroit Youth Poetry Slam
Charles Wright MuseumDetroit's most talented young poets will compete in a two-round Poetry Slam as part of InsideOut's exclusive Detroit Youth Performance Troupe program auditions. Each year, the top-scoring poets from this competition are invited to interview for a slot on the Performance Troupe — a rigorous, teen-centered creative mentorship program. Win, lose, or draw, the teen
Midwest Jazz Crawl Rodney Whitaker Detroit-Chicago-Philly Group
Detroit Institute of ArtsPart two of the Midtown Jazz Crawl concert series features the Rodney Whitaker Detroit-Chicago-Philly Group. Entertaining the audience with delightful melodies from a variety of jazz standards and original compositions from the past and present, Rodney will be accompanied by renowned East Coast and Midwest musicians, including Tim Warfield – tenor saxophone, Dwight Adams –
FAMILY DAY – Textiles + Textures
Explore Family Days at MOCAD! Family Day activates the Museum for kids, youth, teens, and their grownups. All ages enjoy free admission and explore the galleries with opportunities to connect through hands-on art making, gallery chats, and collaborative projects!
The Art of the Dandy, Fashion as Portraiture with William Mandela Matthews
Detroit Institute of ArtsThe Art of the Dandy: Fashion as Portraiture is a workshop where participants explore identity and self-expression through mixed-media collage. Inspired by the tradition of dandyism, visitors will combine fashion imagery, paint, and texture to create bold, expressive portraits on canvas. Learn More Here
Midtown Jazz Crawl
Detroit Historical MuseumThe Rodney Whitaker Quartet will take to the Streets of Old Detroit for an unforgettable evening of live jazz, bringing world-class musicianship into an immersive historic setting. Arrive early to explore two new exhibitions in the Motor City Music Gallery: National R&B Hall of Fame, featuring costumes worn in performance by some of the world's most
Legato Memory Café
Detroit Symphony OrchestraLegato Memory Café welcomes people experiencing dementia or other cognitive changes and their care partners/loved ones. This monthly gathering fosters connection and support through social engagement while enjoying light refreshments, followed by an activity/craft (rotates monthly). Legato Memory Café meets in Allesee Hall, located within The Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center. 10:30-11 AM: Refreshments