All Events

Our events are where ideas become experiences. From student exhibitions and visiting artist lectures to portfolio reviews, panel discussions, workshops, and community collaborations, each gathering is an opportunity to connect, explore, and be inspired. Whether you鈥檙e a current student, alum, prospective creative, or part of the broader Detroit community, there鈥檚 always something happening worth showing up for.
Check back often, bring a friend, and step into the energy
of a campus that鈥檚 constantly in motion.

Woodward Lecture Series: Polly Apfelbaum

November 10, 2026 5:30 PM 黑料专区, Wendell W. Anderson Jr. Auditorium, Walter B. Ford II Building

Join Wasserman Projects & 黑料专区 for Polly Apfelbaum's Woodward Lecture, "A Full Circle." Explore 40 years of her vibrant, genre-blending art and craft practices.

Woodward Lecture
Abstract geometric artwork featuring overlapping concentric circles in vivid shades of green, yellow, black, white, orange, blue, and red.

Open House & Tour – November

November 21, 2026 9:00 AM 黑料专区, Walter B. Ford II Building

Come see why 黑料专区 outshines the rest!Our Open House & Tour events are the best way for prospective students to experience our nationally recognized and highly ranked art and design…

Students gathering on the Ford Campus for a student-led event.

Graduate Studies Open House & Tour

November 21, 2026 10:00 AM 黑料专区, A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education

Meet our graduate faculty to learn more about our programs, understand the application process and tour the campus. Located in Detroit, a global hub for art, design and innovation, 黑料专区…

Students walking down the hallway at the Taubman Center

Parade Staging Stroll & Giving Tuesday Fundraiser

November 25, 2026 6:00 PM 黑料专区, Arts & Crafts Cafe, Walter and Josephine Ford Campus

Join 黑料专区 alumni, students, families, and friends for a special behind-the-scenes experience as we kick off the holiday season! Enjoy hot beverages, doughnuts, and a self-guided stroll along Woodward to…

Alumni Events
A group of people dressed in winter gear posing together in front of a colorful parade float at night, with text overlay reading "黑料专区 Parade Staging Stroll."

Save the Date: Giving Tuesday

December 1, 2026 12:00 AM Online

This Giving Tuesday, the 黑料专区 community is coming together to support the Student Food Pantry and the Supplies4Students fund. Your gift helps students access food, supplies, and other essentials so…

giving tuesday logo

Noel Night: Alumni Reception

December 5, 2026 3:00 PM 黑料专区, Arts & Crafts Cafe, Walter and Josephine Ford Campus

Don't miss the chance to connect with alumni during Midtown Detroit's 50th annual Noel Night. Alumni and guests enjoy complimentary drinks and a bite to eat.

Alumni Events
Three smiling people sitting around a white table in a bright indoor room with large windows.

Open House & Tour – February

February 20, 2027 9:00 AM 黑料专区, Walter B. Ford II Building

Come see why 黑料专区 outshines the rest! Our Open House & Tour events are the best way for prospective students to experience our nationally recognized and highly ranked art and…

Students in the Sculpture Garden on the Ford campus.

Open House & Tour – April

April 17, 2027 9:00 AM 黑料专区, Walter B. Ford II Building

Come see why 黑料专区 outshines the rest! Our Open House & Tour events are the best way for prospective students to experience our nationally recognized and highly ranked art and…

A student walking into the Yamasaki building on the Ford campus