COMM[UNITY] II is the second edition of PLAYGROUND DETROIT’s inaugural group exhibition (2017) recognizing the importance of the Detroit arts community to host a safe, inclusive space and provide a collective opportunity to share the vision and voices of Detroit artists, as well as celebrate the 6-Year Anniversary of gallery opening at 2845 Gratiot Avenue. Join us for the Public Opening Reception on Saturday, December 2 (6-9PM). The exhibition will be on view through December 2023 (Thursday-Saturday 12-5pm) and by appointment-only in January 2024. We look forward to celebrating with ..read more

COMM[UNITY] II is second edition of PLAYGROUND DETROIT’s inaugural group exhibition (2017) recognizing the importance of the Detroit arts community to host a safe, inclusive space and provide a collective opportunity share the vision and voices of Detroit artists, as well celebrate the 6-Year Anniversary of gallery opening at 2845 Gratiot Avenue. [Open Call Submission Form] We look forward to celebrating with all members of the community and demonstrate our appreciation for the on-going support of artists, collectors, and arts enthusiasts alike.   TO SUBMIT ..read more

In a city known for its rich history, culture, and resilience, Detroit-based photographer Cyrus Tetteh has released a groundbreaking photo book titled, “Only in Detroit.” This captivating visual journey offers an exclusive glimpse into some of the Motor City’s most iconic moments and celebrated figures from 2017 to 2022. Cyrus Tetteh’s lens unveils the remarkable moments and people that make Detroit one of a kind. “Only in Detroit” is a testament to the indomitable spirit of Detroit and its enduring legacy. It challenges the prevailing stereotypes and misconceptions ab ..read more

Just released, this hand-made book features 40 photographs of the Vitrine Chair, alongside creative writing that includes a 38 page interview by Elysia in dialogue with the Vitrine Chair, each signed and numbered by the artist. This approach of experimental writing became a tool for reflection that offers an intimate vignette into a multifaceted art practice that explores the object, materials, relations, time, memory, and the self. Image courtesy of the artist. This work began with a question, “Do I hold the object or does the object hold me?”, and ends in a question, leaving gaps f ..read more

In My Hands Are Galaxies is Cyrah Dardas’ solo exhibition (October 14th- November 18th) of work examining ritualized art-making and relational ecosystems that extend beyond human kin. The Opening Reception is on Saturday, October 14th, 6-9pm at 2845 Gratiot Avenue.  This exhibit invites viewers to consider the processes of growing, foraging and engaging with different elements to create the tapestries and watercolor paintings as portals to re-establish our participation in stewarding life and re-belonging to the Earth. Dardas’ practice is a tool for remembering as a way to create an archi ..read more

Sep 27, 2023 A blend of artistic inspiration and sustainable design is on display at Playground Detroit this month. Detroit-based designer and artist Mike Han presents his debut solo exhibition during Design Core Detroit’s 13th annual Detroit Month of Design. Han’s inaugural solo exhibit, titled “Mike Han: United by Design,” takes people on a captivating exploration of his creative practice, which is infused with Korean calligraphy techniques, graffiti inspiration, and modern design elements. The exhibit runs through S ..read more

Curator Kevin Bernard Moultrie Daye presents SPIRITUALS, which opens at MOCAD as a two-part exploration of folk rituals and juxtaposed beats. KBMD is an architectural designer, teacher, theorist, and visual artist featured in numerous outlets like AFROPUNK, Paste, Domus, WIRED, and KQED. The Opening and debut evening on Friday, September 29th will include performances from Zelooperz, HiTech, and sculptor Hamzat Raheem.  SHADOWWORKING the Exhibition KBMD integrates the black cultural experience with ritual folklore. The artist demonstrates Hoodoo tectonics by creating ancestral masks ..read more

By Adrian Madlener • September 20, 2023  • Design, Midwest, Review LoveITDetroit (Courtesy Consulate of Italy in Detroit and the Dante Alighieri Society of Michigan) Organized by local non-for-profit Design Core, Detroit Design Month is a festival that celebrates all the Rust Belt metropolis has to offer when it comes to creative output. Defining design broadly, the multifaceted happening encompasses 80 or so activations; everything from the launch of new furniture concepts to the unveiling of site-responsive installations. Tapping into almost ..read more

‘United by Design’ is up for the month of September as part of Detroit Month of Design By Randiah Camille Green on Fri, Sep 8, 2023 at 12:29 pm The cycle of life is creation, life, destruction, and rebirth. Designer and graffiti artist Mike Han is adding another layer to that: preservation through destruction. Rather than birthing something completely new, he prefers to continue the life cycle of objects by injecting them with new meaning for a true rebirth. In his latest exhibition, United by Design at Playground Detroit, Han debuted two series of graffiti paintings called ..read more

Detroit is best known as an underground city that sparks innovation and grit. Our thought leaders, change-makers, and hustlers inspire the entire world. Design Core Detroit is helping to move the city forward with its 13th annual design festival. What was once only a week-long event has evolved into a month-long celebration of collaboration, community, and creativity. If you need assistance curating your September event calendar, consult our list in ascending order.  10. Custer Open Studios Join an eclectic group of artists and designers including Sarah Wondrack, END Studio, Simon Anton ..read more