7. Detroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward Ave.
Detroit, MI
313.833.7900
http://dia.org/about/rentals.aspx/
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nificent space and a photographer’s dream. Who could
he Detroit Institute of Arts is home to one of
take a bad photo with such a spectacular backdrop? As
the top six art collections in the United States.
part of wedding packages, food, beverage, alcohol, valet
This vast collection includes Diego Rivera’s
and red carpet are provided by the DIA. Their event co-
Detroit Industry fresco cycle and Vincent Van Gogh’s Self
ordinators are happy to work with your other vendors to
Portrait (the first Van Gogh painting to enter a U.S. mu-
ensure the success of your wedding day.
seum collection).
What impresses couples most about this venue?
Three spaces are available within the DIA for hosting
Couples love the option of having a seated dinner or
weddings: the Great Hall, Rivera Court and Prentis
strolling reception as well as a gallery tour of the DIA’s
Court. Rivera Court is often found at the top of couples’
awe-inspiring collection as part of their wedding cele-
venue wish list. Pictured in the inset above, it is a mag-
bration. Large photo by Jessica Johnston
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