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This family-friendly exhibit takes a journey through the prehistoric life of the ancient seas when arthropods were plentiful. A trilobite is an extinct arthropod. It was an animal with no internal spine, had a body made of joined segments with a hard covering, and was the first known animal...
Explore and purchase the work from emerging student artists at the studios of Cranbrook Academy of Art. There will be self-guided tours, hands-on art activities for children and food trucks. RSVP recommended.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 1-5 p.m. April 20, 2024
Ages 21 and up can explore the Cranbrook Institute of Science after hours for a night of science and fun, aimed at exploring Michigan's waterways and environment. Visitors can enjoy alcoholic beverages with interactive demonstrations, activities and more.
Event cost: $30/members (includes admission and 2 drink vouchers), $35/non-members (includes admission...
See an exhibition that features artworks created by 30 students enrolled in Northville High School’s International Baccalaureate (IB) Visual Art experience.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, March 21-April 1, 2023
Join Cranbrook Institute of Science for their Women in Science Speaker Series featuring Dr. Emily Lindsey, Associate Curator and Excavation Site Director at the La Brea Tar Pits. This dynamic presentation will explore the fascinating history and mysterious demise of Earth’s Ice Age giants.
You will also enjoy complimentary refreshments,...
Hear the untold stories of women during the Holocaust on International Women’s Day. Refreshments will be served. Registration required.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 7 p.m. March 8, 2023
Step back in time into the 1940s and welcome Jeannette Gutierrez of the American Rosie the Riveter Association, Michigan Willow Run Chapter. The event will take place in the Alexander Blue House and will provide lunch and dessert. Advanced registration required.
Event cost: $30/resident, $35/non-resident
Event time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. March...
Join the museum during Women’s History Month to explore the boundary-breaking achievements of American women throughout history.
Event cost: Free w/museum admission
Event times: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. March 1-31, 2024
See "Set: Double Vision," which is an improvisational musical performance that directly responds to the exhibition "James Benjamin Franklin: Full Circle."
Event cost: Free w/gallery admission for adults and for ages 12 and under
Event time: 3-4 p.m. March 11, 2023
Join Cranbrook Art Museum for a special pop-up projection mapping event at Cranbrook Art Museum’s Peristyle and grounds.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. March 9, 2023
Escapology in Mount Clemens is extending their hours while many kids are on winter break and giving a great deal to enjoy one of their premier escape games. Book with HOTDEAL before 4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday and get 20% off all players. Choose from Scooby-Doo & The Spooky Castle or...
The Michigan Science Center and the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan are teaming up to celebrate cookie-selling season with a series of scientific demonstrations. Michigan Science Center educators, edibleWOW and Girl Scouts representatives will explore the science behind baking cookies and lead hands-on activities for visitors. Girl Scout troops...
