Detroit Contemporary | Gallery News

Art continues.
New spaces are taking shape.

detroit contemporary continues its commitment to presenting contemporary art and supporting artists in Detroit and beyond. As we prepare for the reopening of our galleries at the historic LaRose House, we invite you to experience our exhibitions at Cass Café in Detroit's Cultural Center.

Exhibitions | Midtown Detroit

Visit us at Cass Café

detroit contemporary is presenting exhibitions at the historic Cass Café, bringing contemporary art into one of Detroit's longstanding gathering places for artists, musicians, writers, and the community.

Through exhibitions featuring established and emerging artists, Cass Café offers opportunities to encounter, experience, and engage with art in an inviting social environment. Our programming continues the relationship between visual art, conversation, and community that has long defined detroit contemporary.

We invite members, collectors, artists, and visitors to follow our exhibition announcements and join us for upcoming openings and special events.

Visit Cass Café

Cass Café • 4620 Cass Avenue • Detroit, Michigan

Coming Again | Historic LaRose House

Our galleries are being reimagined.

We are planning the reopening of the detroit contemporary galleries at the historic LaRose House on Alexandrine Street.

Behind the scenes, plans are taking shape for numerous improvements to the galleries and the historic building itself. Our goal is to create a more welcoming, functional, and inspiring environment for artists, members, and visitors while respecting the character of this remarkable Detroit property.

Improved Galleries

Improvements to our exhibition spaces will help us present contemporary art and expand opportunities for artists and audiences.

New Reception Space

A welcoming reception area is planned to provide a gathering place for exhibition openings, visitors, and special events.

New Bathrooms

New restroom facilities are among the planned building improvements to better serve guests, artists, and members.

Artist Residency Studios

Second-floor artist residency studios are planned to support creative work, collaboration, and opportunities for visiting artists.

Members Lounge

A dedicated lounge is planned as a comfortable place for members to connect, exchange ideas, and participate in the creative life of detroit contemporary.

A Historic Detroit Home

Our improvements will be guided by an appreciation for the architectural character and history of LaRose House, creating new possibilities within a treasured historic setting.

We look forward to sharing additional details about the renovations, exhibition plans, artist opportunities, and reopening as they develop.

LaRose House • Detroit, Michigan

detroit contemporary is an initiative of the Chalfonte Foundation, advancing arts and culture in service of artists, children, and communities in need.