When one pictures a vinyl factory, they do not think of bright yellow floors, red brick walls or modern murals. Third Man Records is not your typical factory, though.
The Frances G. Barrett Creative Writing Contest held annually at Henry Ford College honors the memory of the college’s first chairperson of the English department.
If you don’t recognize names like Mama Coo’s Boutique, The Bearded Lady, and The Farmer’s Hand you must not be living in Corktown Detroit, where independent small business is thriving.
“To be so passionate about art that you do it whether it’s legal or not, I’ve always been attracted to that type of attitude,” says Steve Glazer, Instructor of Art, Director of Exhibitions and Interim Chair of Fine and Performing Arts.
“I do not like green eggs and ham. I do not like them Sam I Am.” This November, the magical world of Dr. Seuss will come to life right here at Henry Ford College.
How did a small fine art print company become the organizer of Detroit’s largest mural festival? 1xRUN was established in 2010 by co-founder and CEO, Jesse Cory, along with Dan Armand and Ryan Brogan.
Museums are more than just an open space filled with hundreds and thousands of ancient artifacts and historic findings. Museums are spaces where people can go see wonderful pieces of artwork and experience a feeling that is meaningful and lasting.
On March 1, 2017, Dan Gilbert’s Bedrock Detroit announced plans to build the tallest building in Detroit at the site of the old J.L. Hudson’s department store.