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HOLIDAY PUPPET performanceS
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Holiday Puppet Performance: Tangle of Tales
Monday-Wednesday at 2 p.m.
Using a variety of puppet sizes, the Grey Seal Puppets perform three favorite folks tales from around the world – “The Frog Prince” from Germany, “Three Billy Goats Gruff” from Scandinavia, and “The Three Little Pigs” from England – with refreshing wit and wisdom. Lecture Hall, 1st level. read more
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Holiday Puppet Performance: Animalia
Thursday-Saturday at 2 p.m.
Hobey Ford’s large-scale foam puppets use the whole theater as their performance space for this production exploring the world of animals, including butterfly and frog metamorphosis, the lives of birds and whales, frolicking dolphins, and otters in an undersea ballet. Lecture Hall, 1st level. read more
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MUSIC
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Planet D Nonet Sun Ra Tribute
Friday at 7 & 8:30 p.m.
Celebrate the New Year with Planet D Nonet (the D stands for Detroit) in a tribute to the late musician Sun Ra. Rivera Court, 2nd level. read more
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in the galleries
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Rembrandt and the Face of Jesus
Through February 12, 2012
The approximately sixty small, intimate paintings, drawings, and prints in this exhibition show how Rembrandt van Rijn dramatically changed the approach to depicting the figure of Jesus, moving away from one of majesty, drama, and theatricality to a more human one of meditation and reflection. Special Exhibition Galleries South, 2nd level. $ read more.
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Once Upon a Time: Prints and Drawings that Tell Stories
Through May 13, 2012
Telling stories through prints and drawings is the subject of this exhibition consisting of works from the DIA’s collection. It includes selections from familiar series, portfolios, and books, as well as several examples that have rarely or never been on view at the museum. Schwartz Galleries of Prints and Drawings, 1st level. read more
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Detroit Revealed: Photographs 2000-2010
Through April 29, 2012
Contemporary artists present photographs and video inspired by Detroit, its people, diverse culture, and industries in work created from 2000-2010. The exhibition includes more than 50 photographs by artists including Michelle Andonian, Carlos Diaz, and Scott Hocking. Albert and Peggy de Salle Gallery of Photography, 1st level. read more
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Gift of a Lifetime: The James Pearson Duffy Collection
Through March 18, 2012
The Detroit Institute of Arts recently received a generous bequest from James Pearson Duffy, one of Detroit’s most unorthodox collectors. Gift of a Lifetime: The James Pearson Duffy Collection showcases his varied collection of drawings, paintings, prints, sculptures, and photographs. Special Exhibition Galleries Central, 2nd level. read more
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dia museum shop
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Denise Ilitch Designs Trunk Show
Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Visit the DIA Store on Tuesday, December 27 for a special opportunity to see the latest from Denise Ilitch Designs, featuring the Drusy Jewelry Collection. Meet the designer from 12 to 5 p.m and purchase an item from her luxury jewelry collection or place an order for a custom piece designed especially for you.
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drop-in workshops
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Glove Finger Puppets
Monday from Noon-4 p.m.
Bring a simple finger from a glove to life as you decorate it with a variety of art-making materials. Webber Education Wing, 1st level. read more
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Rod Bug Puppets
Tuesday from Noon-4 p.m.
Use foamcore, toothpicks, pipe cleaners, and beads to make a fantastic bug puppet on a stick. Webber Education Wing, 1st level read more
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Hand Puppets
Wednesday from Noon-4 p.m.
Create your own hand puppet using felt and burlap. Webber Education Wing, 1st level. read more
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Felt Spider Marionette
Thursday from Noon-4 p.m.
Use felt, ribbon, and a tongue depressor to create a whimsical spider. Webber Education Wing, 1st level. read more
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Drawing in the Galleries
Artist/instructors help participants create drawings to take home. read more
Youth and Adults
Friday, 6-9 p.m.,
Medieval & Renaissance, 2nd level
Adults
Friday, 6-9 p.m., European: Inspired by Italy, 2nd level
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Gingerbread Puppets
Friday from Noon-4 p.m.
Use felt, ribbon, and a tongue depressor to create a whimsical spider. Webber Education Wing, 1st level. read more
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Luminaries
Friday from 6-9 p.m.
Explore infinite patterns and colors using tissue paper on a simple glass jar you can illuminate with a tea light at home. Webber Education Wing, 1st level. read more
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Tongue Depressor Puppets
Saturday from Noon-4 p.m.
Bring characters from your imagination to life as you create this simple puppet using fabric, markers, yarn, and a host of other fun art-making material. Webber Education Wing, 1st level. read more
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Help Us Reach Our Goal
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There is always something new to see and do at the DIA. Please help us continue to offer the high-quality programs you have come to expect and serve our community by making a year tax-deductible gift to the DIA’s Annual Fund. The DIA is debt-free, and is an excellent financial steward of the generous support provided by your gifts. Your donation is tax-deductible and may qualify for the Michigan Personal Income Tax Credit, which expires December 31. Your gift of $10, $50, $125, $250, or any amount you are able to contribute will be greatly appreciated. Click to donate now. |
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free student field trips
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The DIA has been able to offer free field trips to 8,000 students thanks to a generous grant from Target. Due to demand, Target has provided additional funds and we are accepting applications for free field trips through January 13, 2012. Teachers click here to apply.
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monday
Drop-in-Workshop
Noon-4 p.m.
Guided Tour
1 & 3 p.m.
Puppet Performance
2 p.m.
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tuesday
Museum Shop: Trunk Show
11 a.m-7 p.m.
Drop-in-Workshop
Noon-4 p.m.
Guided Tour
1 & 3 p.m.
Puppet Performance
2 p.m.
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wednesday
Drop-in-Workshop
Noon-4 p.m.
Guided Tour
1 & 3 p.m.
Puppet Performance
2 p.m.
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thursday
Drop-in-Workshop
Noon-4 p.m.
Guided Tour
1 & 3 p.m.
Puppet Performance
2 p.m.
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Friday
Drop-in Workshop
Noon-4 p.m. & 6-9 p.m.
Guided Tour
1, 6 & 7:30 p.m.
Puppet Performance
2 p.m.
Drawing in the Galleries
6-9 p.m.
Music: Sun Ra Tribute
7 & 8:30 p.m.
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Saturday
Drop-in-Workshop
Noon-4 p.m.
Guided Tour
1 & 3 p.m.
Puppet Performance
2 p.m.
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Sunday
Museum Closed
New Year’s Day
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Support the DIA
Your membership and donations are critical to the museum’s success.
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Detroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, Michigan 48202
www.dia.org
313.833.7900
Admission
$8 adults, $6 seniors, $4 children
The museum is free for members.
Contact the Membership Helpline at 313.833.7971 or membership@dia.org
Museum Hours
Wed-Thur: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Fri: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sat-Sun: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Box Office 313.833.4005
CaféDIA 313.833.7966
Museum Shop 313.833.7944
Rembrandt and the Face of Jesus
Individual tickets:
$16 adults, $8 youth
tickets.dia.org or 866.342.8497
Book your group today!
Adult Groups (15+): $12
Youth Groups (6-17): $8
School Groups (grades 5-12): $6
313.833.1292 or grouprequest@dia.org
Detroit Film Theatre
Admission: $7.50 adults, $6.50 seniors, students and DIA members. “DFT 101″ series films: $5, free for DIA members or with paid museum admission.
Discount pass cards, valid for five admissions are $30.
DFT info line: 313.833.3237
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