Detroit Institute of Arts

We're excited to share that the Detroit Institute of Arts' Inside|Out program has returned to Rochester, Michigan. This beloved initiative brings high-quality reproductions of masterpieces from the DIA's collection to outdoor locations throughout the community. It's a fantastic way to enjoy art in everyday settings and connect with culture outside the museum walls. Read more about this inspiring program and see where you can find these beautiful artworks in Rochester:  https://lnkd.in/gJyGt3Tt #DIADetroit #InsideOut #PublicArt #CommunityEngagement #ArtInRochester #CulturalConnection #ArtEverywhere

The Detroit Institute of Arts proudly holds the distinction of being the first U.S. museum to display and acquire a Van Gogh painting. Van Gogh's "Self Portrait" is one of the DIA's most treasured and respected artworks! Discover more about Detroit's groundbreaking achievements as highlighted by Only In Your State. https://lnkd.in/gJY3zq8i #Detroit #VisitDetroit #DIA

🔔 New job opening at the DIA: Planned Giving Officer 🔔 The Planned Giving Officer is responsible for the museum’s comprehensive planned giving program, the cultivation of planned giving prospects, soliciting planned gifts, documenting planned gifts and stewardship of planned giving prospects, donors, and administration of estate gifts. The Planned Giving Officer cultivates, and stewards planned giving through personal contacts, planned giving marketing efforts, and Tannahill Society participation and recognition. Essential duties include: 📃 Seek out new prospects through research by collaborating with major gift officers and other colleagues, through a comprehensive planned marketing program, including survey results and other digital products. 📃 Solicit, close, and document new pledged gifts annually and facilitate the closing of established estate gifts in accordance with museum financial goals. 📃 Work with donor’s counsel on pending estates, manage contact and communication throughout the disbursement process. Institute and manage litigation if necessary. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, click here to view our Career Center! https://lnkd.in/gdp3gzd4

🚢📸 Let's wish a happy birthday to the incredible Dorothea Lange, born on May 26! Her masterpiece "Shipyard Worker, Richmond, California" – part of the DIA's collection – has an impact that resonates throughout history. Captured in 1942 and printed in the 1950s, this photograph embodies the strength and resilience of American workers during WWII. Join us in honoring Lange's legacy and her powerful contribution to documentary photography. #DorotheaLange #BirthdayCelebration

🏞️🎨 Dive into the mesmerizing world of Paul Cézanne's "Mont Sainte-Victoire," a breathtaking depiction of the limestone mountain near the artist's home in the south of France. On view at the Detroit Institute of Arts, this masterpiece invites you to explore the play of warm and cold colors, creating a sense of distance and depth that is uniquely Cézanne. Visit it in Modern, Level 2, Central Wing and experience the timeless beauty of this iconic painting. #PaulCezanne #MontSainteVictoire #DetroitInstituteOfArts

🌷✨ Celebrate the arrival of spring with the timeless beauty of John Singer Sargent's "Home Fields," on view at the Detroit Institute of Arts! This stunning piece captures the essence of the season, inviting you to immerse yourself in its vibrant colors and peaceful landscapes. Visit it in person on Level 2 of the West Wing and experience the magic of art this spring! 🌼🎨 And don't forget, May 12 is John Singer Sargent's birthday! #JohnSingerSargent #SpringArt #DetroitInstituteOfArts #visitdetroit

Attention all local artists and community members! We are calling for submissions for the annual "Ofrendas: Celebrating el Día de Muertos" exhibition at the DIA. Are you interested in displaying an ofrenda altar to honor the life and memory of a lost loved one? Visit https://lnkd.in/gFm96TD3 to submit your proposal today. Proposals are due by May 24. 📷 Gallery image from "Ofrendas: Celebrating el Día de Muertos."

📣New job opening at the DIA: Interpretive Planner The Interpretive Planner is responsible for creating and managing interpretive plans and interpretation that structure visitor-centered experiences in exhibitions and permanent collection galleries to support and fulfill the DIA’s mission of helping visitors find personal meaning in art. Essential duties include: ✍ Collaborate with curators to develop, revise, and execute interpretive plans and the concept and content for labels, analog interactives, response stations, and other learning tools for permanent collections and temporary exhibitions in keeping with best practices for museum interpretation. ✍Work with curators and the Digital Division to develop digital interactives from start to finish, including conceptualization, content development, user-flows, and collaboration with designers to create hands-on stations, digital tools, response stations, audio/multimedia tours, and more to help visitors connect with art. ✍Research and develop study guide materials for Docents, Gallery Teachers, and visitor experience staff and provide training with curators for special exhibitions and new projects. Are you interested in becoming a part of our team? Click her to learn more about the role and apply today! https://lnkd.in/gG_eMdey

🚀 Now Hiring: Database Engineer Are you a database whiz? Join our team as a Database Engineer and manage our organizational database systems! Responsibilities include maintaining database integrity, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with stakeholders for effective database solutions. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now! #DatabaseEngineer #ITjobs #NowHiring https://lnkd.in/gUk3JWGi

🌟 Now Hiring: Public Relations Coordinator at the Detroit Institute of Arts! 🌟 Are you a media-savvy storyteller ready to make your mark in the cultural sphere? Join us as a Public Relations Coordinator and be part of our mission to inspire through art! About the Role: As our Public Relations Coordinator, you'll collaborate with our Manager of Media Relations to shape our museum's narrative. You'll coordinate media requests, craft compelling press releases, support on-site media events and so much more! Why Join Us: Join a vibrant team dedicated to sharing art's transformative power. Make an impact in a supportive, inclusive environment that values creativity and growth. Apply Today! #DetroitInstituteofArts #Jobs #JoinOurTeam #ArtMuseum #MediaRelations #PublicRelations #CulturalEngagement