Detroit Institute of Arts
Detroit Institute of Arts
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Considered to house one of the best art collections in the United States, the museum showcases everything from mummies to modern art and African masks to Monets in its outstanding collection of over 65,000 works. Don't miss the Center for African American Art, a gallery in the DIA that showcases 400 pieces, in various media, by African American artists.
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- burns41171 contributionsGreat museumSurprisingly extensive and eclectic collection of art from around the world and many time periods. The highlight is the collection of Diego Rivera Industry murals, but there is so much more. You could easily spend a couple of days seeing it all.Visited May 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 May 2023
- AGPrince William County, Virginia75 contributionsIncredible world class museumIncredible and massive. Spent 4 hours here and just saw the second floor. Budget a full day if you want to see it all and definitely prioritize the Diego Rivera Murals, the European art and the Modern art.Visited May 2023Travelled soloWritten 29 May 2023
- BadSeedMcrGreater Manchester, United Kingdom12 contributionsWell worth a visitThe is a gem of an art gallery, from Rodin’s The Thinker outside the main entrance to various modern masters inside. The cafe is great situated in a beautiful space. A little expensive but we have Liz Truss to thank for that partly due to her disastrous 40 days in power.Visited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 6 July 2023
- GarybatzMelbourne, Australia48 contributionsWorth traveling across the world to see...This place was one of the main reasons I included Detroit in my travels around the USA, as it's not a city really on the tourist trail for Australians. I can say it was totally worth it, easily one of the best art museums I've ever been to. Great collection, majestic building, easy to move around and read the information. If you love art then just go.Visited July 2023Travelled soloWritten 24 July 2023
- mvidroWashington DC, District of Columbia436 contributionsWow! Don't miss the Diego Rivera "Detroit Industry Murals"Among the Institute's fine collection (accumulated when it was one of the richest cities in the world), the one must-see is Diego Rivera's "Detroit Industry Murals." Spanning an entire room, there is so much to understand about the underlying symbolism. In addition to a helpful bulletin, a cadre of docents strive to answer all questions. Wonderful to see and learn from such knowledgeable staff.Visited July 2023Written 1 August 2023
- Mark PSwampscott, Massachusetts2,537 contributionsGreat Art MuseumThis is a large and truly great art museum. The permanent collection is superb, and the shows generally are quite good and well curated. Make sure to visit Rivera Court, near the Woodward entrance: It alone is worth the price of admission.Visited August 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 27 August 2023
- Brendan SArlington, Virginia1,689 contributionsA world class art museumDetroit has a lot of museums, but the DIA is clearly in a class by itself. It has a comprehensive collection from a 10,000 year old axe head to contemporary pieces, and spans the globe with a substantial collection from every inhabited continent. It’s not just the size or scope of the collection that impresses. There are great pieces everywhere, from the standout Rivera murals to a roomful of Picassos with examples from multiple stylistic periods and a rare Brueghel - pieces that would be the highlights of many museums but at DIA are just in their respective interior galleries. The museum itself is also grandiose, with soaring barrel arched main atria and the intimate interior Kresge Court that resembles the cloister of a Romanesque monastery.Visited September 2023Travelled soloWritten 3 September 2023
- MarkLansing, Michigan14 contributionsPut the DIA on your bucket listThe DIA has a wonderful permanent collection of art and brings shows to the museum. (We saw the Barnor pnotography display.) Of course, the pièces de resistance are the "Detroit Industry Murals" by Diego Rivera.Visited July 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 9 October 2023
- Meta Ni10 contributionsPhenomenal dozen tourPhenomenal - icing on cake was the highlights tour Mark Habel was an impressive dozen. Having visited a few times, he took it to the next level for us. Great overview. Would suggest timing with the dozen tourVisited November 2023Travelled with familyWritten 24 November 2023
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Timcito
Bay Village, OH54 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Our visit to the Detroit Institute, Sunday, October 1, 2023, was most rewarding and fascinating. GREAT MURALS BY DIEGO RIVERA. One of the most recognized Mexican Muralists, Diego Rivera, fills the four large walls with his paintings and perspectives of industrial Detroit during the 1930s. ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL.
The entire museum held myriad exciting works of art and did not disappoint!
The entire museum held myriad exciting works of art and did not disappoint!
Written 25 November 2023
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Meta Ni
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Nov 2023 • Family
Phenomenal - icing on cake was the highlights tour
Mark Habel was an impressive dozen. Having visited a few times, he took it to the next level for us. Great overview. Would suggest timing with the dozen tour
Mark Habel was an impressive dozen. Having visited a few times, he took it to the next level for us. Great overview. Would suggest timing with the dozen tour
Written 24 November 2023
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Mark
Lansing, MI14 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
The DIA has a wonderful permanent collection of art and brings shows to the museum. (We saw the Barnor pnotography display.)
Of course, the pièces de resistance are the "Detroit Industry Murals" by Diego Rivera.
Of course, the pièces de resistance are the "Detroit Industry Murals" by Diego Rivera.
Written 9 October 2023
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Brendan S
Arlington, VA1,689 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
Detroit has a lot of museums, but the DIA is clearly in a class by itself. It has a comprehensive collection from a 10,000 year old axe head to contemporary pieces, and spans the globe with a substantial collection from every inhabited continent.
It’s not just the size or scope of the collection that impresses. There are great pieces everywhere, from the standout Rivera murals to a roomful of Picassos with examples from multiple stylistic periods and a rare Brueghel - pieces that would be the highlights of many museums but at DIA are just in their respective interior galleries.
The museum itself is also grandiose, with soaring barrel arched main atria and the intimate interior Kresge Court that resembles the cloister of a Romanesque monastery.
It’s not just the size or scope of the collection that impresses. There are great pieces everywhere, from the standout Rivera murals to a roomful of Picassos with examples from multiple stylistic periods and a rare Brueghel - pieces that would be the highlights of many museums but at DIA are just in their respective interior galleries.
The museum itself is also grandiose, with soaring barrel arched main atria and the intimate interior Kresge Court that resembles the cloister of a Romanesque monastery.
Written 3 September 2023
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Elizabeth Taylor
Decatur, GA2 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
Worst museum experience ever and I've been to lots of museums. They need someone in charge who actually cares about the customer experience. I spent 4 hotel nights in Detroit trying to see this museum and it continued to not open day after day unannounced until that morning. On the 4th day it opened 1/3 of the building at 9 then suddenly closed it at 1 with a PA announcement it was closing in 15 minutes. So for a 12-hour drive and 4 nights in a hotel I got 4 museum hours. I will not be back. Detroit should be ashamed.
Written 1 September 2023
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Mark P
Swampscott, MA2,537 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
This is a large and truly great art museum. The permanent collection is superb, and the shows generally are quite good and well curated. Make sure to visit Rivera Court, near the Woodward entrance: It alone is worth the price of admission.
Written 27 August 2023
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marcain
Washington DC, DC225 contributions
Aug 2023
Great museum, rivals the Smithsonian and many others. Well worth a visit. Great variety of styles, very high quality and well curated.
Written 15 August 2023
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Debra K
Bad Axe, United States11 contributions
Aug 2023
The entire Institute is eclectic and well designed. My favorite room was the Diego Rivera mural room. So many different aspects in four murals! Well-worth the money.
Written 8 August 2023
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mvidro
Washington DC, DC436 contributions
Jul 2023
Among the Institute's fine collection (accumulated when it was one of the richest cities in the world), the one must-see is Diego Rivera's "Detroit Industry Murals." Spanning an entire room, there is so much to understand about the underlying symbolism. In addition to a helpful bulletin, a cadre of docents strive to answer all questions. Wonderful to see and learn from such knowledgeable staff.
Written 1 August 2023
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Garybatz
Melbourne, Australia48 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
This place was one of the main reasons I included Detroit in my travels around the USA, as it's not a city really on the tourist trail for Australians. I can say it was totally worth it, easily one of the best art museums I've ever been to. Great collection, majestic building, easy to move around and read the information. If you love art then just go.
Written 24 July 2023
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Are wheelchairs available for use at the DIA?
Karol_paris
Paris, France221 contributions
I’m pretty sure they are, but check with the museum.
Gkgwclaw
Canton, OH5 contributions
How would I get to the Museum from the Marriott Courtyard Downtown using the Q-Line.? Where would i get on and where would I get off the Qline? It looks like it should be a walk able distance from one of the Qline stations to the Museum. Thanks
Erin R
181 contributions
The QLine stop is at the corner of Farnsworth and Woodward. Just a few steps away from the Museum's 2 entrances: either on Farnsworth (no steps) or Woodward (front entrance with steps)
You can find the QLine map online.
Paradise_007
San Jose, CA128 contributions
we just saw a movie where Detroit looked like a 3rd world country. Is this area in Detroit or in suburbs? Should I hotel it in Ann Arbor?
tinglazed
Boston, MA35 contributions
It’s true that large parts of Detroit were abandoned at one point, but an amazing renaissance is underway now, as buildings everywhere are being renovated and repurposed. There is no reason to avoid the city. You will be impressed by its vitality, restaurants everywhere, and new businesses opening.
Quest217670
Grant, MN
Are you closed on the 4th of July ?
Nancy O
Kalamazoo, MI724 contributions
Hello,
The museum is closed on the 4th of July. Hope this helps.
Elizabeth G
1 contribution
What are Sunday hours
KimberMichigan
Michigan85 contributions
Sunday hours are 10am-5pm
Evita V
1 contribution
Sono una studentessa universitaria italiana posso avere uno sconto sui musei in America ?
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