Culture

Dearborn’s Ramadan lights may get switched off, but a bright tradition is just beginning

More than 150 people participated in the first year of the Ramadan Lights Challenge — and the winning displays are…

5 years ago

9 things we’re missing from Detroit’s Movement Festival right now

"The energy that happens during that festival is purely electric."

5 years ago

How a legacy Black-owned business adapted to serve Detroit mourners during an epidemic

After 74 years in Detroit, MAYS Multimedia is a go-to printer for obituaries and memorial programs. That hasn't changed --…

5 years ago

Belle Isle crowds raise questions about closing the park, but Detroiters need open spaces more than ever

The island is more than a favorite recreation spot -- it's one of the most important Black public spaces in…

5 years ago

Services are on hold at this Detroit mosque during coronavirus crisis, but their soup kitchen still feeds families of all faiths

Though Ramadan traditions have been challenged by stay-at-home precautions, the Muslim Center is making iftar meals to-go -- and serving…

5 years ago

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 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

11 ways to tap into Detroit culture from home this week

Maybe it’s the changing seasons, or all this time to lay around with the sound system cranked, but lately we’ve…

5 years ago

11 things to do ‘in Detroit’ this week

Need something to do with your hands? Bake with bakers, write with writers and grow with growers this week at…

5 years ago

Take in Detroit culture this week from your couch

What to do, eat, read and listen to in Detroit this week while you're trapped at home and social distancing.

5 years ago