MEMBERSHIP

Founders Junior Council is a group of young professionals dedicated to introducing young adults to the Detroit Institute of Arts and promoting their life-long involvement with the museum. This membership will introduce you to a fascinating world filled with art, people and fun.

$50 Member

Discount on all ArtSeens Invitations to member-only events Advanced purchased tickets for Cirque and Fash Bash

$150 Single Benefactor

Basic membership benefits, plus One free admission to two Collectors Eds and two ArtSeens

$250 Benefactor

Basic membership benefits, plus Two free admissions to two Collectors Eds and two ArtSeens

*Please note, you must also be a member of the Detroit Institute of Arts. Join Us! Please note, an online membership sign-up process is currently under construction.

To Join, please call:
Jason Laughlin,
FJC Coordinator
313-833-3737
jlaughlin@dia.org

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Membership Advantages:

By joining the FJC, you will enjoy elegant events which provide unique social and educational opportunities while helping to support the DIA. Meet other young professionals and preview special exhibits with exclusive tours by DIA curators. As a member you will gain an unmatched level of access to one of the nation's finest and most historic museums. Not only do members receive preferential pricing on all tickets, but they can also take advantage of Collectors' Education events open only to members. As an FJC member you will also play an important role in shaping the future of the DIA. The distribution of FJC grants help in the acquisition of new works for specified museum collections.

Events:

Fash Bash - One of the year's most highly anticipated events, Fash Bash includes a cutting-edge runway fashion show featuring a world-class fashion designer; a live auction with international vacation packages, jewelry and clothing; premier live entertainment; and a spectacular afterglow party with gourmet food catered by top chefs.

Cirque - This annual gala event is not to be missed! One of our most successful and visually spectacular fund-raising efforts: Cirque is a formal masked ball with live entertainment, cocktails and a strolling dinner catered by the best restaurants. Enjoy the costumes, the opportunity to view art by local artists and plenty of dancing.

ArtSeen - A series of evening cocktail parties approximately four times per year featuring music and delicious hors d'oeuvres in the Kresge Court at the DIA as well as a private viewing of the current exhibit in the museum.

Collectors' Education - Enjoy exclusive tours of area artists' studios, Collectors' Ed. offers an amazing way to learn more about collecting and appreciating contemporary art. These events are held approximately twice a year and are only available to FJC members.

NYC Museum Tour - As an FJC member you will have the opportunity to tour some of New York City's finest museums and enjoy exclusive tours with special curators arranged exclusively for the FJC. Enjoy the friendship and comraderie of fellow FJC members while exploring the art, restaurants and nightlife of Manhattan.