What we’re about
If you enjoy the arts and expanding your perspective then this may be the group for you! Did you know there are OVER 50 museums in the Detroit Metro area as well as many cultural interests? Join us to enjoy this rich cultural history we have accumulated here over all these years!
We will have an event at least once a month. It will start with a venue throughout a particular museum or other cultural venue, then convene for a dinner or lunch where we can discuss our viewpoints of the art experience we shared.
All viewpoints need to be respected and treated with kindness. Since the host is expecting you and sometimes there are waitlists, we will abide by the common 3 no show rule before you would be considered for suspension.
Participation in finding and hosting events is always welcome so please feel free to know your ideas will be not only be welcome but part of what will make this group grow!
In addition we require a photo of yourself so we can recognize you at events. Do not apply with a generic photo.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- SOLD OUT!! Free Guided Downtown Berkley Walking TourUllman's Health and Beauty, Berkley, MI
This is sponsored by City Institute:
THIS IS A NICE WAY TO SPEND A SATURDAY AFTERNOON WITH FRIENDS:
Most known for its quaint residential homes and tree lined streets, the inner-ring Detroit suburb of Berkley, Michigan has become one of the most desirable small cities in the United States. Berkely is much more than cute bungalows though. There are dozens of unique small businesses some of which have been around generations while others are opening all the time. Plus the city itself is working on some exciting projects and infrastructure to make the retail corridors and streetscapes even better than they already are.On this tour our local guide will take you inside small businesses and introduce you to entrepreneurs along the Coolidge corridor all the while providing you with a deeper look into the city's history, realities and what the future has in store for the 2.6 sq. mi. City of Berkley.
REGISTER FOR YOUR TICKET HERE:
https://app.gopassage.com/events/downtown-berkley-walking-tour/event_times/1690996This tour is part of our Regional Tour Series sponsored by Visit Detroit
Total Walking Distance: ~1.5 miles
Tour Duration: 2 hours
Weather Policy:
Tours will occur indefinitely, rain or shine, unless weather prohibits transportation or adversely affects our partners on the date of the tour for the time of the tour. If a severe weather event causes the tour to be canceled, City Institute will notify you via the email address hello@thecityinstitute.com.Accessibility:
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To request accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact hello@thecityinstitute.com at least 2 weeks prior to your desired tour date.Parking:
Free on-street parking is available along Coolidge around Ullman's Health and Beauty and close proximity municipal parking and bicycle parking are available along the sports field behind Bombshell Treat Bar.Not open - SOLD OUT! Fisher Theater-Behind the Scenes TourFisher Theater, Detroit, MI
SOLD OUT!
Purchase your ticket through The Detroit Historical Museum.
This event will likely sell out.
Tickets for members are currently available.
Tickets for non-members go on sale tomorrow (Wednesday, June 18)
Members: $30
Guests: $40Peak behind the curtain at one of Detroit’s most iconic cultural landmarks—the Fisher Theatre. Originally opened in 1928 as a movie palace and later transformed into a premier venue for live Broadway performances, the Fisher blends opulence, Art Deco design, and nearly a century of theatrical history. This exclusive tour offers rare access to the theatre’s grand architecture, backstage spaces, and stories that have unfolded both on and off the stage. Learn how the Fisher Theatre became a cornerstone of Detroit’s performing arts scene and a key stop on the national Broadway tour circuit.
Not open - Moross House/Schinkel Fine Art Studio - Behind the Scenes TourSchinkel Fine Art, Detroit, MI
Purchase your ticket on Detroit Historical Society website.
This event will likely sell out.
Members: $25 (currently on sale)
Non-members $35 (on sale tomorrow, June 18)Come with us to the Moross House, Detroit’s oldest surviving brick residence, for a behind-the-scenes tour of this remarkable space where history and creativity meet. Built in the mid-19th century, the home has been meticulously restored and now houses the Schinkel Fine Art gallery and studio. Guests will explore the home’s original architecture, thoughtfully renovated interiors, and the lush, ivy-covered Detroit Secret Garden—featuring one of the oldest wisteria vines in the Midwest. As part of the tour, you'll view The Custom Build exhibition from the Metallaverse collection, a striking indoor-outdoor installation by the mother-son duo of Schinkel Fine Art. The exhibit, part of the Detroit Month of Design, uses aluminum and mixed media to explore the intersection of art, environment, and human experience. Formerly home to the Moross House Museum and the Detroit Garden Center, this East Jefferson landmark is a powerful blend of preservation, introspection, and contemporary vision.
