Events
Weekly West African Dance Class
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, a lappa (ladies), and baby wipes if you’ll be dancing barefoot (encouraged). Experience the
Reva Stocker Lecture Series
Detroit Institute of Arts"The Reva Stocker Lecture Series presents artist Jeffrey A. Gibson. Join acclaimed artist, curator, and convenor Jeffrey Gibson for a lecture exploring his multidisciplinary practice across painting, installation, video, and performance. Gibson is internationally recognized for artmaking that uses strategies of abstraction and text to synthesize Indigenous traditions and aesthetics with layered references to contemporary
Gentle Dominoes
Charles Wright Museum"On November 6, Cards & Culture returns to the Wright with Gentle Dominoes, where we’re keeping everything we love about the game and loosening our grip on everything that used to make playing it stressful. The hilarious Crystal P is Crazee is back after hosting Gentle Spades, bringing the laughs while we play, learn, talk
Who Votes? Women Leading the Way
Charles Wright Museum"Elections are won and lost long before Election Day, in conversations, community meetings, and the work of neighbors organizing neighbors. And throughout American history, much of that work has been led by women. Who Votes? is a post-election discussion that looks at what happened at the polls, who showed up, who didn't, and why. It
French Splendor: Ravel, Debussy, and More
Detroit Symphony OrchestraEnjoy this concert online at any of the following locations on Saturday, November 7 at 8:00pm ET: Live from Orchestra Hall: livefromorchestrahall.vhx.tv/live-broadcasts YouTube Live: youtube.com/@detroitsymphony/streams Facebook Live: facebook.com/detroitsymphony Learn More Here: https://www.dso.org/events-and-tickets/events/26-27-fall/french-splendor-ravel-debussy-and-more
In Honor of Service
Detroit Historical Museum"Join us at the Detroit Historical Museum for a day of reflection and community as we honor those who have served. The program features the Posting and Retiring of the Colors by Western International High School Cadets, a Veterans Day presentation led by museum educators and Detroit students, and a Veterans Oral History Workshop in
Lost Mariners Remembrance Ceremony
"Join us at the Dossin Great Lakes Museum for our annual ceremony honoring those lost on the Great Lakes, presented in partnership with the Great Lakes Maritime Institute. This year, the event will take place in the afternoon, and admission is free!" Learn More Here: https://www.detroithistorical.org/events/lost-mariners-remembrance-ceremony
Weekly West African Dance Class
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, a lappa (ladies), and baby wipes if you’ll be dancing barefoot (encouraged). Experience the
Crafted in Legacy: A Jewelry-Making Workshop
Charles Wright Museum"Jewelry tells a story about who we are and where we come from. In this workshop, you'll create your own custom piece while learning about the Black designers who shaped the world of fine and costume jewelry." Learn More Here: https://www.thewright.org/events/crafted-legacy-jewelry-making-workshop
Step Afrika
Detroit Opera HouseExperience the world’s leading authority on the art form of stepping. Step Afrika! blends percussive dance traditions of historically African American fraternities and sororities with traditional African dances and contemporary movement—creating a high-energy, inspiring performance for all ages. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of rhythm, culture, and community. Approved tickets are required. Sign