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Detroit Institute of Arts

5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202
313 833 7900
Ranked #1 of 59 attractions in Detroit
5.0 of 5 stars 194 Reviews
Type: Art Museums
Activities: Leisure education
Owner description: Considered to house one of the best art collections in the United States, the Institute showcases everything from mummies to modern art and African...... more » Owner description: Considered to house one of the best art collections in the United States, the Institute 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 General Motors Center for African American Art, a part of the DIA which showcases 400 pieces, in various media, by African American artists. « less
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Ann Arbor, Michigan
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Unique here: a large section of art of Africa and the wonderful Diego Rivera mural. Special exhibits (most recent one was Rembrandt and the face of Jesus) are worth a special trip. More

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Lafayette, Indiana
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44 reviews 44 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

The DIA was honestly a great surprise for someone who didn't even know Detroit had to offer such amazing works of art. I enjoyed the Rivera mural and the Modern collection. The medieval collection was also very impressive. I would highly recommend the DIA to anyone going to Detroit. More

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Livonia, Michigan
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I was never much into art, and had to go to the DIA for a class in college. Was very happy that is was a requirement to visit there, because I found a new appreciation for art!:) More

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Milford, Michigan
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

This gem is worth visiting. The collection is extensive, the staff friendly and the restaurant on the first level is AMAZING!!!! Our family was able to visit during the Face of Jesus exhibit and later returned for the rest of the collection. I would visit again this year. I was able to use the valet parking at the front door... More

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34 reviews 34 reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Not your typical art museum - lot's of great art though. More

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Hamilton, Canada
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

A really fabulous museum with some very well know pieces. It's in a bit of a wasteland but I would definitely go back for the shows they get. Part of the museum was closed for a Bar Mitzvah but the docents got us in through a back door. Like everyone we met in Detroit, they are trying really hard. More

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Royal Oak, Michigan
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Love the movies at the DFT. Love the musueum. Wish the undergroud parking was open. Parking is always a problem. More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

One of the finest collections and museum facilities in the world. More

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Algonac, Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

I can't get enough of the Art Museum, so maybe my review is biased. We went this time to see a special exhibit. My only complaint during this visit.....way too many school kids making noise. I like to treat the museum like a church....quiet, respectful, reserved. Not blaming the kids for their excitement, but I like the museum to be... More

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Plymouth, Michigan
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

One of the finest Art Institutes in the country, this amazing place houses wonderful collections of the greatest paintings, sculpture, and photographs anywhere. The Impressionist collection, the Old Master paintings, sculpture from the Greeks and the Renaissance periods, Egyptian artifacts and other ancient relics are all there in abundance. Go, and go often - you will always be amazed and... More

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