Besides walking through our beautiful collection, there are many ways to experience the Detroit Institute of Arts. Here are some ideas.
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On Site
Friday Night LiveEvery Friday, enjoy fun and engaging free performances by local and international musicians.See Calendar
Movies at the Detroit Film TheatreEnjoy a wonderful selection of international and art cinema in our historic theatre.See Calendar
Detroit Institute of AwesomeFree family fun every day!See More
Thursdays at the MuseumEvery Thursday afternoon we offer special activities for adults 55 and over.See Calendar
Detroit City Chess ClubTake a lesson or sit down for a match with members of the Detroit City Chess Club every Friday.See Calendar
Special EventsWe offer a variety of special programs throughout the year to enhance your visit.Learn More
Hands On
Drawing in the GalleriesEvery weekend, artist-instructors help visitors create pencil drawings to take home. No experience necessary. All supplies provided. Children 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Meeting area changes weekly. See Calendar
Drop-In WorkshopsExperience art-making in our studio. See Calendar- Gallery GamesCome play at the DIA! We offer free games for families to play in our galleries, every day.
Studio ClassesSchool field trips and other groups can schedule a personalized studio class.
Dive Into Our Collection
Guided ToursThe Detroit Institute of Arts offers more gallery space, more art and more fun, bringing one of the nation's best collections to life in new and exciting ways. We offer free public guided tours every day that we're open. Learn More
Arts+Minds LecturesNoted artists, curators and historians bring fresh views and candid conversations on art, culture and history to the DIA. All lectures take place in the Marvin and Betty Danto Lecture Hall and are free with museum admission unless otherwise noted ($).Learn More
Multimedia ToursDeepen your exploration of the DIA’s collection with one of our hand-held multimedia devices.Learn More
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In Your Community
Inside|OutInside|Out brings reproductions of great treasures from the DIA to our community. Discover them all around town or come visit your works of art in their natural habitat!Learn More
Director's CutDIA Director Salvador Salort-Pons visits institutions and organizations throughout the region to share highlights of the museum and take questions from the community.Learn More
Behind the SeenTrained volunteers give talks on a wide range of topics connected to the museum’s collection at locations throughout the community.Learn More