Detroit Institute of Arts
Detroit Institute of Arts
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
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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- 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 Ni42 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
- Kevin GaultPlymouth, Michigan186 contributionsFinally made it backMade a trip here recently with family and friends and was very happy with our visit. Easy to get to from the western burbs. $7 to park was a fair price to pay as the lot was across the street from the rear entrance to the building. Free to get in as we were Wayne and Oakland county residents. Very friendly staff. Far too many exhibits to see in one day so we plan on going back. Something for all ages. DIA cafe is a small, quiet space allowing you to enjoy a coffee, pastry, or other refreshment. The Kresge Court has a nice selection of hot or cold foods including soups, sandwiches, salads, and daily specials. We enjoyed our meal there. I had not been here in a very long time and was very pleased with the trip. Am looking forward to venturing back and seeing some of what we missed. Definitely a go to place in my book.Visited March 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 31 March 2024
- BonBShow Low, Arizona679 contributionsArt from around the globeSeveral of our Michigan friends recommended the DIA, and it was well worth a visit. The collection spans ancient to modern art from around the globe. We spent about 2 hours here, but you could easily stay longer. The shop has some interesting merchandise as well. A reasonably-priced paid parking lot is just across the street, and several other attractions and restaurants are within walking distance, so you can park once and make a day of it.Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 1 July 2024
- Mark DLagoa, Portugal304 contributionsThis museum is worth a visit, at least 2 hours!This museum is extremely large with many collections. I spent 3 hours there and felt I could have spent another 2 hours, if I had the time. I went mid week, so it was not overly busy or crowded. The temporary exhibit of black cinema was exceptional and I highly recommend.Visited June 2024Travelled soloWritten 4 July 2024
- BogglinAmherstburg, Canada23 contributionsA worthwhile experience for the art and history lover.Just went to the DIA on the weekend and I was absolutely blown away by the entire collection of art and artifacts. The massive collection is beyond impressive and it covers a wide range of periods in time and regions. I could go on forever about this place but I won't; if you love art and history this is the place for you. I will definitely be back again. Oh, and we had lunch there and it was delicious too.Visited July 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 14 July 2024
- MSF Creative MediaOrlando, Florida205 contributionsA Detroit ClassicThe Detroit Institute of Art, otherwise known as the DIA, is an amazing art museum. The DIA offers a huge collection of famous works and regularly features many local and up and coming artists. If you are in the Detroit area, the Detroit Institute of Art is a must see.Visited September 2023Travelled soloWritten 28 July 2024
- Adventure049234742651 contributionWow!You won't believe what you're seeing at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Room after room of the masters! Though there are many other reason to visit this city, including its wealth of architecture, this place alone is worth the trip.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 16 August 2024
- CubmoreNew Mexico107 contributionsWonderful Museum in the D!Amazing museum with a great variety of art and artifacts from different periods. Very reasonably priced. Great collection of Van Gogh and particularly surprised they had his self portrait here. Visited on a Saturday in August and it wasn’t terribly crowded. Recommend going to the atrium courtyard for a beverage and a snack - it is like a nice lounge area.Visited August 2024Travelled with familyWritten 2 September 2024
- Adam S18 contributionsDon’t miss the cafe!Impossible to give anything g but 5 stars. The collection is more incredible than I ever would have expected. Docents were eager to share what they knew about the Rivera murals- and the cafe on the ground floor was icing in the cake! It is a stunning space and truly reminds one that Detroit was, at a time, the center of the industrial world, and was built to impress!Visited September 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 September 2024
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Tom S
Ypsilanti, MI196 contributions
Oct 2020
The collection at the DIA is world-renowned. The building is as impressive as it is large. Unless you have a lot more stamina than I do, you will run out of energy before you run out of art to look at. My wife and I visited on an October weekday. We bought tickets online in advance for a specific time slot and just had to scan the QR code on my phone for admission-- no exchange of cash or even credit cards on site. Everyone had their temperatures taken before entering the museum. Arrow stickers on the floor indicated the direction of travel and helped everyone keep distanced from each other. Masks were required, of course. We felt as safe as possible under the circumstances. Highly recommend.
Written 18 October 2020
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MzMuse
Detroit, MI238 contributions
Jan 2021
Getting a reservation is required during the pandemic, but it is so worth it. This is a fantastic art institute. Visiting now is actually amazing, as they limit how many people can enter at a time, and you end up having the gallery rooms usually to yourself!
Written 9 February 2021
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Pinken131
Meadville, PA9 contributions
Sept 2020
We made the four-hour trip specifically to see the Diego Rivera murals, and they don't disappoint. There are fine pieces in the modern European art collection, and the Center for African American Art provides a space to broaden one's knowledge of American art. The museum has excellent COVID-19 protocols (timed tickets, etc.). Be aware that the hours of operation have been reduced at present, so if you want to spend a lot of time exploring the museum's large collection (we ended up rushing), you might want to order tickets to start in the morning. Make sure to eat before you go, as the food spaces are still closed. Water stations, though, are available on the first floor.
Written 25 September 2020
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Lonny
Secaucus, NJ15 contributions
Dec 2019
A day is simply not enough to explore the entire fine arts collection. Guide Tours are really helpful to know many interesting facts about the beautiful illustrations. I found Ms. Beatrice on Level 2 and Ms. Judie on Egyptian section really helpful to let me know about the variety of art collection at the DIA. We will certainly have to come back again to cover everything especially Van Gogh, that was not there due to some ongoing relocation for upcoming exhibition.
Written 21 April 2020
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Cubsfan_1974
Aurora, IL309 contributions
June 2021
Due to covid restrictions, they were only letting in a certain number of people at every reservation time and that made for a very intimate visit to the museum. I loved it. We were in some rooms by ourselves! Nice displays, big rooms, good flow through the museum, and a lot to see. Just a nice visit overall.
Written 29 June 2021
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Keenomanjaro
Croydon, UK179 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
We spent an entire afternoon exploring the DIA's remarkable collection, which stands right up there as one of the best I've seen anywhere in the world. We particularly enjoyed the Contemporary Art and African Art sections but so much of this collection was worth seeing that it's hard to single out specific parts. The main highlight, which we managed to save until the end of our visit, has to be the Diego Rivera murals - they are truly stunning and should not be missed. The staff here were all very friendly and helpful and there's a handy parking lot on John R Street for $7 a day.
Written 8 January 2020
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80237travel
Denver, CO2,048 contributions
Dec 2019
Definitely a must-visit if in Detroit. However, the visiting hours are horrible outside of Fridays and the F&B offerings are way, way below other museums. The cafe is kind of disgusting, unless you like buffets and pizza. You can't even get a good glass of wine. It would be nice if Saturday hours were also extended.
Written 3 January 2020
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BHartMich
Northville, MI694 contributions
Nov 2019
The DIA is a phenomenal museum with an enormous collection. The range is stunning and covers many world cultures. Works include masterpieces, sculptures, artifacts, knights in shining armor, intricate carvings, et al. It is truly a wonderful cultural gem, and cannot remotely be seen in one day. But worth many return trips.
The DIA has also done a very good job of making the museum kid-friendly. We took our grand kids to a special baseball card exhibit which they loved, and thought they would grow tired shortly after that. We stayed more than another two hours because they wanted to see and experience what was in the next room. Neither one of them is particularly into art either. We were amazed at their enthusiasm.
The DIA has also done a very good job of making the museum kid-friendly. We took our grand kids to a special baseball card exhibit which they loved, and thought they would grow tired shortly after that. We stayed more than another two hours because they wanted to see and experience what was in the next room. Neither one of them is particularly into art either. We were amazed at their enthusiasm.
Written 3 January 2020
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SteenaBoBeena
Toronto, Canada44 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
We went for the Diego Rivera murals, and the whole Rivera Court is an amazing space that's hard to capture in photos. I loved it. Special thanks to the docent who answered our questions and gave us more background behind the making of the murals and the reaction to them at the time. We also explored and enjoyed the Contemporary, African American, Modern, European Medieval/Renaissance and Great Hall on level 2 and the rest of Level 2 and Level 1 seem promising for future visits. The collection is really well curated with informative and interesting information plaques. For kids, most rooms have a fun "can you find it?" type activity with hints about one of the pieces of art.
Written 17 February 2020
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Paul
Ottawa, Canada1 contribution
Feb 2020
The Detroit Institute of Arts is one of the best of the many art museums that I have visited in the United States. In the six days that I spent there, I saw all 6,000 of the objects on view. Many of the paintings and sculptures were among my favorites. The DIA adds greatly to the appreciation of the art by providing interesting wall labels, booklets on stands, video recordings, sound recordings and docent tours. The building has been beautifully expanded and renovated. The cafeteria is very good, and there's a restaurant in the impressive Kresge Court. There are many activities. I attended a concert one evening in the museum's film theatre. I stayed at the Inn on Ferry Street, which is just a six minute walk from the museum.
Written 27 February 2020
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I’m pretty sure they are, but check with the museum.
Written 10 January 2023
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
Written 31 July 2018
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.
Written 1 August 2018
Paradise_007
San Jose, California
128 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?
Written 17 June 2018
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.
Written 18 June 2018
Hello,
The museum is closed on the 4th of July. Hope this helps.
Written 4 June 2018
Sono una studentessa universitaria italiana posso avere uno sconto sui musei in America ?
Written 12 December 2017
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