Events
Aug
23
Drawn Together: An Illustration Alumni Meetup
August 23 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
CCS — Walter B. Ford II Building, 201 East Kirby Detroit, MI 48202
Join us for an Illustration alumni meetup hosted by the Illustration Department & Alumni Relations, where we'll explore modern industry practices, address current concerns, and investigate future trends. Whether you’re attending for the entire day or just dropping in, we welcome your participation.
Sep
05
Designing Detroit
September 5 - November 21 @ 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
CCS — Valade Family Gallery, A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education, 460 West Baltimore
Detroit, MI 48202
Visit Designing Detroit at CCS Valade Family Gallery, September 5–November 21, 2025. This exhibition reflects on a decade since Detroit became a UNESCO City of Design, showcasing the impact of design, technology, and collaboration during Detroit Month of Design.
Sep
05
Design by Desire
September 5 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
CCS — Center Galleries, 301 Frederick St.
Detroit, MI 48202
Join CCS for Design by Desire, a group exhibition running September 5–27, 2025 at Center Galleries. Curated by House of RAW, the show explores design as a response to heritage, craftsmanship, and technology during Detroit Month of Design.
Sep
12
Design Journey Home: China and Back – CCS Community Opening Reception
September 12 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ideation Orange, 420 W. 9 Mile Rd., Hazel Park, MI 48030
Join CCS for Design Journey Home: China and Back, an exhibition celebrating global design and innovation. Opening Sept 12, part of Detroit Month of Design.
Sep
17
Design by Desire: Design Visions Forecast & Exhibition Discussion
September 17 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
CCS — Wendell W. Anderson Jr. Auditorium, Walter B. Ford II Building, 201 East Kirby
Detroit, MI 48202
Join CCS for Design by Desire: Design Visions Forecast & Exhibition Discussion on September 17. Artist Cristin Richard shares insights on design trends, technology, and creative practice during Detroit Month of Design.
