Picasso and Matisse: The DIA’s Prints and Drawings Through January 6, 2013.
This exhibition features almost all of the works by Picasso and Matisse in the museum’s prints and drawings collections, showcasing their revolutionary achievements that defined much of 20th-century art. Schwartz Gallery of Prints and Drawings, 1st level.read more
Vermeer: Must-see Masterpiece
Through September 2, 2012
Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to experience one of Johannes Vermeer’s thirty-five known works, on view for five weeks only at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Dutch Golden Age Galleries, 3rd level. read more
Five Spanish Masterpieces
Through August 19, 2012
When the DIA’s Melancholy Woman by Pablo Picasso returns this summer after having been on loan to several prestigious museums over the past two years, it will bring with it other masterworks by Spain’s most important artists. Special Exhibition Central, 2nd level.read more
Patti Smith: Camera Solo
Through September 2, 2012.
This is the first American museum exhibition to focus on the photography of artist, poet, and performer Patti Smith. Smith’s photographs are infused with personal meaning and highlight the rich relationships between art, architecture, poetry, and the everyday. Albert and Peggy de Salle Gallery of Photography, 1st level.read more
(USA/1940-directed by Edward Cline) Henpecked husband and father Egbert Sousé (W. C. Fields) would rather hang out at Lompoc’s café (where the bartender is Shemp Howard) than spend time with his less- than-adorable family. The Bank Dick is unquestionably one of the best films of Fields’ career and one of the most pleasurably laid-back of all American movie comedies. (72 min.) Free with museum admission and for members. Lecture Hall, 1st level. read more
Friday Night Live!: Sin Hielo Friday at 7 & 8:30 p.m.
Electric & acoustic guitar duo Wayne Gerard and Sean Blackman portray Detroit’s grit, modern jazz, flamenco, and rock in their music. Together with percussionist Rick Beamon Gerard and Blackman create a unique, powerful Latin/jazz/rock trio titled Sin Hielo. Kresge Court, 1st level. read more
Sunday Music Bar: The Johnny O’Neal Trio
Sunday at 1 & 3 p.m.
Native Detroiter Johnny O’Neal is a jazz pianist with a wide range of repertoire and musical experience. He was chosen to play Art Tatum in the Ray Charles bio-pic Ray. He is joined by two other Detroit superstars, Marion Hayden on bass and Sean Dobbins on drums. Lecture Hall, 1st level. read more
There is a bit of creative genius in all of us! Come join us in the DIA studio this summer for one of our registered classes. We are offering classes for children, families, and adults so sign up today and get those creative juices flowing! Classes will be offered in clay, printmaking, painting, and more. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for all classes with fees. Space is limited so register early. Walk-ins will be accommodated only if space is available. read more
Join us as artist Jon Brumit discusses his work as a public artist from noon to 1 p.m. and stay for his demonstration of how to build your own radio from 1 to 4 p.m. Participants have a chance to use their newly built radio to play ten minute dj sets for museum visitors before taking them home. For ages 7 and older.
In an effort to bring a more customized shopping experience to you, the Museum Shop is happy to announce that two new categories of images have been added to the Custom Archival Prints page at diashop.org. In addition to the images available from our regular collection, we are featuring images from the Inside/Out program and the Five Spanish Masterpieces exhibition. Click here to view the collections available for purchase.
Detroit Institute of Arts is excited to announce that we are now offering 50% off general admission or 20% off discount for a first time yearly membership to IKEA Canton Family Members. This discount will be provided by showing their IKEA Family card at the DIA membership desk. This offer is valid until January 15, 2013.
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Get the most out of your DIA summer visit by making the “Fitting Room” your first stop. That’s where staff will size up your interests and build a visit that’s tailor made for you and your group. Prentis Court, 1st level.
Glove Finger Puppets Wednesday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Take a single finger from a glove, decorate it with a variety of art-making materials, and bring it to life. And don’t forget to check out our puppet gallery. Student Lunchroom, 1st level. read more
Musical Instruments: Rattles Thursday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Small containers and boxes morph into fantastic percussion instruments when dried beans, rice, feathers and fun papers are added. Student Lunchroom, 1st level. read more
Kites Friday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Create a simple kite using paper, ribbon, string, and markers. Then learn some basic kite-flying safety tips. Student Lunchroom, 1st level. read more
Bookarts: Travel Journals Friday from 6-9 p.m.
Record your summer adventures and travels in this easy to make book using paper, heavy card stock, and a rubber band. Webber Education Wing, 1st level. read more
Drawing in the Galleries
Artist/instructors help participants create drawings to take home. read more
Youth and Adults
Friday, 6-9 p.m., Native American, 1st level
Adults
Friday, 6-9 p.m., European: Inspired By Italy, 2nd level
Youth and Adults
Sunday, Noon-4 p.m., African, 1st level
Tibetan Prayer Flags Saturday from Noon-4 p.m.
Learn how Tibetan prayer flags are made and used while you create your own personal flag to take home. Webber Education Wing, 1st level. read more
Puppets: Butterfly Marionettes
Sunday from Noon-4 p.m.
Make a simple puppet on strings using paper, pipe cleaners , a tongue depressor, and colorful markers. And don’t forget to check out our puppet gallery. Webber Education Wing, 1st level. read more
Your membership and donations are critical to the museum’s success.
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
Ford Free Sundays
General museum admission is FREE to all visitors on Ford Free Sundays – the second Sunday of each month – on behalf of a sponsorship by Ford Motor Company Fund. Exhibitions and programs that have a ticket price are not included.
