Detroit City Wire

The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) has announced the list of communities participating in its Inside|Out 2025 program. Now in its 16th year, this initiative places reproductions from the DIA's collection in outdoor spaces across Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties. The program will also return to Mackinac Island following a positive response in 2024. This effort aims to facilitate residents' engagement with art in their daily lives and strengthen the connection between the museum and Southeastern Michigan audiences.

"We're honored to bring Inside|Out to our Tri-County communities and connect people with the museum's collection in new and exciting ways," said Julie McFarland, Executive Director of Public Affairs and Engagement at the DIA. "This year, with reproductions placed across Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties and Mackinac Island, we hope this small representation of the collection not only brings art to people’s everyday lives but also inspires a visit to the museum."

In 2025, Inside|Out will feature artwork in several communities within these counties:

Macomb County: Charter Township of Shelby, Eastpointe, Armada Township, Charter Township of Clinton, City of Warren, City of Roseville, Memphis, Freedom Hill, Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Macomb Community College (all campuses).

Oakland County: Beverly Hills, Davisburg/Springfield Township, Waterford Township, Village of Wolverine Lake, Madison Heights, Lake Orion; Oakland County Parks (Lyon Oaks, Addison Oaks, Catalpa Oaks, Orion Oaks), Oakland Community College (all campuses).

Wayne County: Schoolcraft College; Grosse Pointe Region; City of River Rouge; Grosse Ile; University of Detroit Mercy; Charter Township of Van Buren; Wayne Community College (all campuses).

Mackinac Island

Residents can expect 14 new reproductions alongside popular works by artists such as Van Gogh and Monet. New additions include Robert S. Duncanson’s "Fruit Piece," Maria Blanchard’s "Saxophonist," Roberto Montenegro’s "Untitled (Tehuanas in Huipil Grande Headdresses)," among others.

Art enthusiasts can enhance their experience online through interactive webpages at dia.org. These digital tools provide detailed maps for each community involved.

"Seeing art in the community is just one way we hope people will connect with our collection," said McFarland. "Now with a simple scan of a QR code next to any Inside|Out installation you can find the next closest artwork or start planning your visit to the DIA."

The new web experience is set to launch later this spring. For more information visit dia.org/insideout.

The Inside|Out program is supported by Tri-County millage support and Ford Philanthropy. Residents from Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties receive free general admission to the DIA.