Join us September 24th for the 2nd annual Educators' Night at the Detroit Cultural Center!
This free event is a unique way for K-12 educators to explore the incredible educational resources offered by our cultural institutions.
Registration is required, and free!
Tuesday, September 24th | 4:30pm-8pm
Support and Sponsorship:
Educators' Night is made possible by The Skillman Foundation, the Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation, and George Stewart, and through the collaborative efforts of the Detroit Cultural Center Association. We extend our gratitude to the Detroit Historical Museum, Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit Public Library, Michigan Science Center, The Wright Museum, and Wayne State University for their generous support and participation.
Event Highlights:
- Explore seven participating cultural institutions in Detroit.
- Discover educational resources to inspire, connect, and enrich your students' lives.
- Receive a free Detroit Cultural Center tote bag (for those who register in advance).
- Enjoy food trucks and other fun teacher freebies (while supplies last).
Event Schedule:
- Activities and Tours: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Music Performances and Professional Lectures
- A full schedule of all activities, tours, lectures and performances will be shared in September.
Why Attend?
- Build Strong Relationships: Foster connections between Cultural Center institutions and educators, paving the way for enriching educational partnerships.
- Showcase Opportunities: Learn about field trips, workshops, traveling programs, and summer camps to expand student engagement with cultural organizations.
- Resource Empowerment: Gain insights into curriculum materials, videos, and resources developed by participating organizations to create dynamic classroom experiences.
Participating Nonprofits:
- Arab American National Museum
- Black and Brown Theatre
- Detroit Public Theatre
- One World Theatre Company
- Wayne State University Department of Theatre and Dance
- Zekelman Holocaust Center
Participating Cultural Institutions:
This event is designed as an open house format. Teachers are encouraged to check in at the institution that best matches their teaching discipline and then visit the other institutions throughout the night.
- Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
Focus: Culture, History, Theatre
Address: 315 E. Warren Ave.
- Detroit Historical Museum
Focus: History Resources, Natural History, Geography
Address: 5401 Woodward Ave.
- Detroit Institute of Arts
Focus: Art and Design
Address: 5200 Woodward Ave.
- Michigan Science Center
Focus: STEM
Address: 5020 John R St.
- Wayne State University - Welcome Center
Focus: Educational Wellbeing - Elevating, Innovating, and Transforming for the Public Good
Address: 42 W. Warren Ave.
- Detroit Public Library
Focus: Early Childhood Development and Literacy
Address: 5201 Woodward Ave. T
- The Carr Center
Focus: Music
Address: 15 E. Kirby St. (Located inside The Park Shelton)
