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Detroit Institute of Arts


Detroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 62 attractions in Detroit
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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 » 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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Attraction type: Art museum, Other
Activities: Leisure education
Address: 5200 Woodward Avenue Detroit, MI 48202
Tel: 313 833 7900

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“What a great way to spend your day.”
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5 of 5 stars
THERESA
DETROIT
Dec 23, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

AMAZING! I can't begin to describe the artifacts that are in the DIA. Room after Room holds treasures and art work worthy of any museum in Europe, The staff are very friendly and free tours twice a day. And the Dia Cafe was fantastic. I highly recommend the DIA. Whether your a tourist or a local. more

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5 of 5 stars
Picture_Perch
Ontario
Feb 9, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

Wow!! Is all I can really say about this place, it had major renovations and expansion done on the gallery last year. It has a wide variety of art from as far back as 500 BC to present collections. It's just beautiful inside now and a must see. Oh and don't forget to visit the CafeDIA it has such yummy... more

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5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202
Tel: 313 833 7900