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Trailblazing Entertainment and Media Executive Nancy Tellem moved to Detroit and just opened BasBlue – a place to empower women from a historic building near DIA. Then Alisha Bell, chair of the Wayne County Board of Commissioners, talks...

“Black is Beautiful” has always been more than a cultural catchphrase. Before it was a common adage used as a compliment within the Black community,...

Students and teachers can soon take a field trip to tour the exhibitions at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) for the first time since the pandemic struck.

A recently revealed mural in Macomb County is drawing criticism and now the artist herself even wants it taken down.

Originally set to end in late June, the exhibition features 12 coupes and sedans, highlighting the artistry and influence of Detroit car designers

For those who didn't get to see Detroit Institute of Arts' automobile exhibition Detroit Style: Car Design in the Motor City, 1950–2020 due to the...

There is no denying the influence Asian cultures have had on the art world. You can see it in dance, music, film and more. That influence is on full display at the Detroit Institute of Art. For the month of May, they are showcasing the Asian American community in honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.

Virtual field trips are helping the Detroit Public School District, as well as other districts, provide cultural opportunities for students that are difficult during the pandemic.

“The exposure to having images that look like you, that reflect the range of Americans is is powerful,” Combs said. “It cannot be underestimated.”

DETROIT – Officials with the Detroit Institute of Arts are vowing to make changes after newly-released recordings have captured what employees call a toxic work environment. The audio recordings are between two officials at the DIA and their attorneys -- tasked with investigating allegations of racism, sexism and retaliation against DIA director Salvador Salort-Pons. The recording were taking during an April board meeting with investigators detailing a toxic work environment -- particularly for women. The law firm found women were five times more likely to leave than men and the women who did stay were not valued as much as their male counterparts. In the months since, the DIA has taken important steps toward a workplace that fully embodies fairness, inclusion, consistency and respect.

The DIA is working to make art more accessible by bringing it directly to your town. Garling said the program started in 2018 as another way for the DIA to help people have meaningful experiences with art. Their goal is to work with the community to create public art that reflects the interests and unique stories of each town. For this project, Garabedian was able to work with a Clawson high school art teacher, and even involved local students on the project. To hear more about the DIA’s mural projects, watch the video above.

These are sure signs that DIA is not serious about addressing the conflicts of interest disclosed by our clients. Loaning a work of art to a world-class museum like the DIA can increase its value. "Salort-Pons and DIA chair Eugene Gargaro, who is friendly with May, both failed to follow clear, written board guidelines on avoiding conflicts of interest. "Tye calls for more transparency from the DIA board. "DIA board members know what's going on here, and they apparently don't care," he said.

We are in the middle of Hispanic Heritage Month and today artist Mario Mendez called joined Live In The D to talk about the DIA’s new exhibit, “Ofrendas: Celebrating el Día de Muertos 2020”. An ofrenda is an alter covered in items relating to a person who has passed away, and serve as a way to honor them. Over time, they’ve developed influences from Aztec, Mayan, and Spanish cultures, and now even modern items are added to ofrendas. The exhibit is open until Nov 8., and visitors can visit in person, or through a 360 virtual exhibit at the DIA’s website. Mendez created an ofrenda for the exhibit dedicated to workers, especially in developing countries, who have died.

ROME Italys anti-Mafia investigators issued a warning Friday that mobsters will try to get some of hundreds of billions of euros in European Union recovery aid after the pandemic. Hundreds of billions (of euros) will pour into Europe and Italy, and at this point, the Mafia won't stand around and watch,'' Governale said. In past decades, Italy's several crime syndicates have often used intimidation or connivance or kickbacks to win public works contracts in the country. In particular the ndrangheta, considered Italys most powerful crime syndicate and a major criminal organization in much of Europe, is well positioned to go on a buying spree. The international economy will need liquidity, and in this, the ('ndrangheta) clans will go compete with the markets, needing substantial financial infusions, DIA's report said.

Its time once again to experience one of the gems in Detroit that has been welcoming guests for years. After being closed for month, the Detroit Institute of Arts once again will welcome guests starting this Friday. Elliot Broom, Vice President of Museum Operations, joined host Tati Amare to talk about some of the changes the museum is making. Following the Governors direction, masks will he required for all visitors and staff while theyre inside the building, said Broom. To learn more about the changes the DIA has made, watch the video above.

DETROIT – Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) announced today, hundreds of students’ imaginative works will be showcased virtually through the 83rd Annual DPSCD Student Exhibition in partnership with the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) from May 18 – June 26, 2020. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the arts exhibition, traditionally hosted in a DIA gallery, has launched through a video featuring the artwork of students in grades K-12, for the first time in history. “The Annual DPSCD Student Exhibition is a legacy that has lifted our students up and given them a voice. “Despite these uncertain times, we have worked together as we always have to uphold this tradition where Detroit students are recognized for their talents and pursuits. We look forward to the online display of this year’s creativity and invite the community to enjoy the work of these emerging artists.”The 83rd Annual DPSCD Student Exhibition is made possible with support from the Ruth T. T. Cattell Education Endowment Fund.

Published: May 14, 2020, 10:42 amDETROIT – The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) has moved its “Thursdays at the Museum” program online due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. MORE: Coronavirus in Michigan: Here’s where we stand as of Thursday morningThe art museum has been closed since March due to the state’s stay-at-home order. “Thursdays at the Museum” curates content for local residents who are 55-years-old and older. Interested individuals can experience the live program at 1 p.m. every Thursday on the museum’s website. MORE: Detroit Institute of Arts celebrates MuseumWeek’s theme of ‘togetherness’ with unity video

DETROIT – Employees of The Detroit Institute of Arts released a video celebrating visitors of the museum. Employees who are working from home and on-site helped make the video. MuseumWeek is a cultural event featuring museum’s from more than 100 countries on social media. This year’s theme is “togetherness” and Wednesday’s hashtag is #togetherMW. Watch the video below:

Wayne, Macomb and Oakland counties voted to approve a millage renewal for the Detroit Institute of Arts on March 10, 2020. The renewal passed with overwhelming support in all three counties. The millage was first approved by voters in August 2012, which included a 0.2 millage (property tax) to fund the Detroit Institute of Arts. The DIA entered into service agreements with each county’s Art Authority to provide these benefits to county residents:Free unlimited general museum admissionDiscounted special exhibition ticketsFree school field trips with free bus transportationFree group visits for seniors on Thursdays, with exclusive programs, and free bus transportationExpanded teacher professional development programsCurriculum development with school systemsExpanded community partnershipsFind the latest election results and news here.

click to enlarge Courtesy of DIASelf-Portrait with Monkey, 1938, Frida Kahlo. Things are getting weird at the Detroit Institute of Arts. The museum has brought on two Guests of Honor paintings from the Albright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, New York, featuring two masters of surrealism: Frida Kahlo and Salvador Dal. The mini-exhibition, which features Kahlos Self Portrait with Monkey and Dals The Transparent Simulacrum of the Feigned Image, opened last week, and also includes photographic portraits of the two iconic artists from the Gilbert B. and Lila Silverman collection in Detroit and the DIAs permanent collection. Another Dal work, Remorse, or Sphinx Embedded in the Sand, is on loan from Michigan State University, and the show is mounted just around the corner from the DIAs Detroit Industry Murals, the famous murals painted by Kahlos husband, Diego Rivera, which brought her to the Motor City in 1932.

DETROIT – A 0.2 mil renewal request from the Detroit Institute of Arts will be on the March 2020 ballot for people who live in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties. Officials from those counties have announced their support for the millage renewal. Oakland County Executive David Coulter, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Wayne County Executive Warren Evans and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel have endorsed the renewal. “They have done an excellent job bringing artwork to Oakland County and facilitating more visits to the museum. “Thanks to this millage, the DIA provides Wayne County residents — including students and seniors — with free admission as well as free bus transportation for school groups.

Everyone's favorite amphibian puppet and his pal, Howdy Doody will be on display at the Detroit Institute of Arts Jan. 17- late-March, 2020. Did you grow up watching The Muppets or Howdy Doody? Relive your favorite childhood shows and introduce them to a new generation at the Detroit Institute of Arts. It will be on display alongside the original 1947 Howdy Doody puppet in the puppet cases on the first floor of the DIA through mid-March. For more information on this historical attraction along with details on other family fun things to do this weekend in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor visit the Metro Parent calendar.

DETROIT – This week at the Detroit Institute of Arts a masterpiece is getting ready for a big move. A decades-old canvas is showing signs of aging and needs special preparation. Watch the video above for an inside look at the intricate process.

click to enlarge Courtesy of the DIAWeve all heard the saying two heads are better than one, but when it comes to Japanese-born, Michigan-based sisters and pianists Yuki and Tomoko Mack, four hands on one piano is the norm. Dont think of it as your typical dueling piano joint cheese-fest, though the Mack Sisters provide a sonic experience that needs to be seen and heard. Though both Yuki and Tomoko are world-renowned award-winning soloists, they joined forces behind the keys to take home top prizes at international festivals and competitions and, in 2006, the duo was selected to join an impressive roster of Steinway Artists. For this concert, the Mack Sisters will perform classics from an American songbook, spanning Samuel Barber, George Gershwin, Leonard Bernstein, and John Corigliano, including songs for both one piano and two.

DETROIT – A 0.2 mil renewal request from the Detroit Institute of Arts will be on the March 2020 ballot for people who live in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties. Back in 2012, with Detroit heading into bankruptcy within a year, the voters were asked for that millage. In return, voters were told it would be a one time ask and in return for passage residents in all three counties would be entitled to free admission to the museum. That is why, in a tactical move, the DIA will be asking for a 0.2 mil renewal before it runs out in the March 2020 primary election. So far, there has been no organized opposition to the millage request and the museum has built up considerable goodwill with the art authorities in all three counties.

Voters will see millage renewal request from DIAPublished: December 3, 2019, 11:08 pmA 0.2 mil renewal request from the Detroit Institute of Arts will be on the March 2020 ballot for people who live in Wayne, Oakland or Macomb counties.

click to enlarge Shirley Woodson and Edsel Reid Collection; Courtesy of the DIAAfter Manet, from May Days Long Forgotten, 2002, Carrie Mae Weems, American; digital chromogenic print. Detroit Collects: Selections of African American Art from Private Collections runs through March 1 at the DIA. Opened to the public on Tuesday,exhibits 60 works of all mediums from 19 Detroit-area art collectors, some of which are now available to the public for the first time ever. All are focused on Black artists, including works by Carrie Mae Weems, Romare Bearden, Nick Cave, Alison Saar, and Rashid Johnson, as well as artists with Detroit connections, like Charles McGee, Mario Moore, Tylonn Sawyer, Allie McGhee, and others. The DIAs General Motors Center for African American Art bills itself as the first curatorial department dedicated to Black art in the U.S.

Heres whats coming up on Local 4 News at 4:DIA millageTheres little debate the DIA is one of the public treasures in the city of Detroit, but financial support for the museum has lead to some heated discussions. In 2012 the DIA campaigned for a millage and said that request for help would be the last -- but thats changed now.

As detailed in a story in the Detroit Free Press, the bronze bust of former Michigan Gov. The bust was displaced in 1926 as Woodward Avenue and Campus Martius changed, and eventually stored at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA). During his two terms as governor (1873-1877), he established the Michigan Board of Health, among other initiatives. Probably not, Austin told the Free Press. But he was a prominent figure in Michigans history.

This article is sponsored by the Mike Morse Law Firm. Make a visit to the Detroit Institute of Arts this Sunday and you could wind up meeting a new best friend! The Michigan Humane Society is joining forces with the DIA for their "Meet Your Best Friend at the Museum" event. If you would like to adopt her, our partners at the Mike Morse Law Firm will cover her standard adoption fees. The Mike Morse Law Firm wants to help you if you need legal help.

Peony need a forever home and their are more pets available at the event at the DIACopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

This 1962 WWJTV special on the Detroit Institute of Arts, appropriately titled "A Visit to the Institute of Arts," takes a look inside the museum with director of communications John D. Morse.