Registration is now open for 2021 summer camps at Cranbrook Art Museum, Cranbrook Institute of Science, and Cranbrook Schools. Visit our websites for more information, early enrollment discounts, and to register!
Thursday, December 10, 2020
7:30pm

Saturday, December 12, 2020
9:00am

For our Institute of Science members, we’re offering FREE, 30-minute virtual educational programs via Zoom each month that will explore science and natural history topics that will excite and engage the entire family.
Teachers, Institute of Science educators are bringing virtual science and social studies topics to your classroom covering topics from water to dinosaurs!
Open through December 2020 during regular museum hours.

A pop-up shop featuring uniquely crafted gifts made by Cranbrook Academy of Art alumni.
Thursday, December 17, 2020
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Hear from Cranbrook Art Museum Director Andrew Blauvelt about some of the 200 artists included in With Eyes Open: Cranbrook Academy of Art Since 1932.
12:00pm - 8:00pm

Enjoy extended hours and free admission to the Art Museum every Thursday!

Advance registration is required to visit Cranbrook Art Museum (including during Free Thursdays).
Sunday, December 13, 2020
3:00pm - 4:15pm

Presented by Cranbrook Center for Collections and Research and Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary

This holiday season, experience Cranbrook House during a live, holiday-themed virtual tour exploring the century-old house and its collection of fine art and decorative objects.

Advance registration is required.
Off-season Hours: Through March 14, 2021
Daily, 7:00am - 7:00pm (weather permitting)
See website for updates

Discover one of the oldest Japanese gardens in North America (which is being rejuvenated by Cranbrook Center for Collections and Research), explore trails, and enjoy the restorative power of nature.

Free admission is provided by presenting sponsor, PNC Bank, and sponsors All Seasons Independent Living, fleurdetroit, and Roberts Restaurant Group.
Please Note: Cranbrook House, the Conservatory Greenhouse, and our restrooms will remain closed for the season. Garden beds have been pulled and sculptures are covered.
Congratulations to Cranbrook Academy of Art, who has been nominated by Vimeo as a "Best of the Year" contender in the Brand Vision category. Each year, Vimeo selects less than 100 videos from the millions available on the platform to recognize as standouts in storytelling, originality, and craft. Watch the video.
Thank you for supporting our educational experiences and outreach initiatives. Your donation helps provide scholarships, deliver hands-on STEAM experiences, offer virtual tours, plant gardens, and more!

Your support means:
  • Pediatric cancer patients and their families can enjoy a safe and private science experience.
  • Students, employees, and visitors to our indoor public spaces are provided personal protective equipment.
  • Everyone can visit one of America's first contemporary art museums for free every Thursday.
  • Art students will continue to have the space and resources needed to create and innovate, including those in the new 4D program.
  • Nearly 9,000 cultural properties are properly maintained and cared for, including sculptures freely enjoyed on your campus walk or virtual tour.

We are so grateful that you share our belief that a strong sense of community is worth building, maintaining, and appreciating.
Discover Cranbrook with our free app. Tour the campus from anywhere and quickly access maps, virtual experiences, and more. Download it today!
Support Your Community Photo Credits
Top Left: Cranbrook Art Museum photograph by James Haefner.
Top Middle: Cranbrook House photograph by Eric Franchy.
Top Right: Cranbrook Institute of Science photograph by Tara Danielle.
Bottom Left: Photograph of Cranbrook Schools students.
Middle: Cranbrook Archives photograph by Jin Kim.
Bottom Right: Conrad Egyir, CAA Painting 2018. Photograph by PD Rearick, CAA Photography 2010.