Explore a diverse array of captivating exhibitions in metro Detroit this fall and beyond, celebrating history, art and science. From honoring the legacy of Dr. Charles Howard Wright at The Wright Museum to showcasing the evolution of African American art at the Detroit Institute of Arts, these four exhibitions offer a unique opportunity to connect with culture, creativity, and discovery.
Whether you’re venturing into the prehistoric past or exploring groundbreaking African American art, these exhibits promise an enriching experience for metro Detroit families.
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New metro Detroit exhibits to check out with kids
Luminosity: A Detroit Arts Gathering at the Charles Wright Museum of African American History
Now-March 31, 2026
- Address: 315 E. Warren Ave., Detroit
- Cost: $10 along with general admission
See 60 artworks spanning in photography, painting, sculpture and more, one for each year of The Wright Museum.
I, Charles Wright at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
Now-June 30, 2026
- Address: 315 E. Warren Ave., Detroit
- Cost: Included in general admission
To celebrate the Charles H. Wright Museum’s 60th anniversary, this exhibition honors Dr. Charles Howard Wright (1919-2002). It is presented as a first-person narrative. The exhibit showcases his life and legacy through personal writings, images and artifacts, with contributions from his family.
Permian Monsters: Life Before the Dinosaurs at Cranbrook Institute of Science
Sept. 28, 2025-Jan. 7, 2026
- Address: 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
- Cost: $8-$9/adult, $6-$7/ages 2-12 along with museum admission for non-members
Travel back 290 million years to an Earth crawling with bizarre creatures and prehistoric wonders, just before the largest extinction event. See life-sized models and fossilized skeletons, dig for fossils, enjoy interactive computer games and more. For all ages.
Reimagining African American Art at the Detroit Institute of Arts
Opens Oct. 18, 2025
- Address: 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit
- Cost: Free for Macomb, Oakland and Wayne residents and ages 0-5; $14/adult, $6/ages 6-17 for non-residents
This reimagined installation traces the growth of African American art from the 1800s to the 1980s, spotlighting artists from early pioneers to those gaining global acclaim. It explores key movements across four galleries, including the Harlem Renaissance and the Civil Rights eras, through powerful works in painting, sculpture, photography and more.
This article was recently updated on Aug. 5, 2025, by Metro Parent’s Content Writer, Kari Zaffarano. The update included her featuring the best kid-friendly museum exhibits to check out this fall. Questions? Please reach out to [email protected].
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