Detroit Institute of Arts
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Vast museum with diverse global art, Detroit Industry murals
Vast museum with diverse global art, Detroit Industry murals
"A major museum featuring both rotating and permanent exhibits, highlighted as a key cultural destination in the city." - AFAR
"The museum’s food service provider stopped serving Great Lakes Coffee as of March 22 in solidarity with roughly 20 baristas and cooks—calling themselves Comrades in Coffee—who have been on strike for more than a month seeking recognition. Union organizers praised the decision as a courageous show of support that aligns the institution with Detroit’s labor history, invoking the spirit of Diego Rivera’s Detroit Industry murals as emblematic of modern workers organizing for a stronger labor movement." - Serena Maria Daniels
"Detroit's Fine Arts Heritage New York, Washington D.C., and Chicago get a lot of the good press when it comes to the arts and art museums, but the Detroit Institute of Arts helps Detroit give these cities a run for their money. The diverse collection is spread out over 100 galleries and includes African, Asian, Islamic, and modern and contemporary art (and the list goes on). But don't ignore the local contributions to the art world. Make sure you take proper time to stand before Diego Rivera's enormous Detroit Industry fresco to give you some historical context before exploring the rest of the city."
"A renowned art museum offering extensive collections and visitor amenities, including a lower-level coffee spot where guests can grab a drink during their visit." - Brittany Hutson
Home to the Rivera Court and a globally respected collection, the DIA continues to debut timely exhibitions and free community programming. Frequently cited by national critics and guidebooks.