Art

In ‘Posters on Politics,’ international artists confront social justice with designIn ‘Posters on Politics,’ international artists confront social justice with design

In ‘Posters on Politics,’ international artists confront social justice with design

Posters are "this very simple, very accessible tool to get a message out," said Donna Jackson, artist, designer and curator…

4 years ago
At this theatrical carnival, Detroiters can process election anxiety with artAt this theatrical carnival, Detroiters can process election anxiety with art

At this theatrical carnival, Detroiters can process election anxiety with art

Welcome to The Electoral Chaotic, where you can reflect on the role of community leaders -- or, rage-smash a cupcake.

4 years ago
What it’s like for young Detroit photographers documenting Black Lives Matter protestsWhat it’s like for young Detroit photographers documenting Black Lives Matter protests

What it’s like for young Detroit photographers documenting Black Lives Matter protests

“It’s sad to see this happening over and over again, but it’s empowering to see young people taking charge and…

5 years ago
‘Women Rapping Revolution’ gives Detroit women in hip hop their due — as artists and activists‘Women Rapping Revolution’ gives Detroit women in hip hop their due — as artists and activists

‘Women Rapping Revolution’ gives Detroit women in hip hop their due — as artists and activists

Detroit has an unquestionable influence on modern music, from the era of Motown, to the birth of techno, to the…

5 years ago
The Free Black Women’s Library-Detroit wants to help you discover your favorite book by a Black womanThe Free Black Women’s Library-Detroit wants to help you discover your favorite book by a Black woman

The Free Black Women’s Library-Detroit wants to help you discover your favorite book by a Black woman

Katelyn Durst Rivas runs the Free Black Women's Library-Detroit from her bike, with a collection of 400 books, all written…

5 years ago
Your definitive guide to Detroit’s virtual eventsYour definitive guide to Detroit’s virtual events

Your definitive guide to Detroit’s virtual events

With large indoor events still off the menu, we’ve rounded up the best discussion series, workshops, classes, performances and more…

5 years ago
Artist Sydney G. James’ Malice Green mural won’t just be a tribute — it’s a call to actionArtist Sydney G. James’ Malice Green mural won’t just be a tribute — it’s a call to action

Artist Sydney G. James’ Malice Green mural won’t just be a tribute — it’s a call to action

Sydney G. James’ art is a call to action: to see Blackness — especially Black women, to remember that Black…

5 years ago
9 ways to soak up the first week of June in Detroit9 ways to soak up the first week of June in Detroit

9 ways to soak up the first week of June in Detroit

Here are some ideas for things to do in Detroit right now -- on a screen and out in the…

5 years ago
13 ways to keep moving forward, with help from Detroit creators13 ways to keep moving forward, with help from Detroit creators

13 ways to keep moving forward, with help from Detroit creators

The "can't stop, won't stop" mentality seems to be driving workers, parents and so many others to continue pushing forward…

5 years ago
While foundations fund the frontlines of coronavirus response, Detroit arts and culture nonprofits are left hangingWhile foundations fund the frontlines of coronavirus response, Detroit arts and culture nonprofits are left hanging

While foundations fund the frontlines of coronavirus response, Detroit arts and culture nonprofits are left hanging

"The core and essential activity for us is bringing people together, convening, allowing people to have hands-on experiences, close experiences,…

5 years ago