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Thu, Dec 14th at NOON

Thu, Dec 14th at NOON 150 150 Rebecca Gillespie

The Hannan Players Present
Lower Level | Black Box Theater

Christmas Eve: Nearing Midnight in New York by Langston Hughes | Performed by Marion Hinton and Maria Ward
A Black Creole Christmas by Leah Chase | Performed by Berline Brown
Toleration by Jason Haskins | Performed by Pat Beard
The Black Madonna by Albert Rice | Performed by Shashu Amen-Ra
Notice the Mistletoe by Daryl Cumber Dance | Performed by Matthew Bender
Merry Christmas Baby by Pearl Cleage | Performed by Marion Hinton
Amazing Peace by Dr. Maya Angelou | Performed by The Hannan Players

Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop

Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop 150 150 Hannan Center

Open weekdays from 10a – 3p

Are you looking for a meaningful gift for someone special that is unique?

Look no further than the Kayrod Art Gallery Gift Shop – in-person and online!

*All the art available for purchase through the Kayrod Gift Shop also supports Hannan Center’s nonprofit work as a portion of the proceeds from a sale goes back to Hannan.

Thank you so much for giving back to your community!

“Dolls in the D” Exhibit Opens Saturday, Dec 2nd at 5pm

“Dolls in the D” Exhibit Opens Saturday, Dec 2nd at 5pm 2560 1280 Hannan Center

Opening Sat, Dec 2, 2023!

Come to the Kayrod Gallery for the ‘Dolls in the D’ Exhibit. This exhibit is just in time as you can also purchase dolls through the Kayrod Gallery Gift Shop! There will be artists onsite selling art as well. Come on out for an exciting opening night!

Explore the intricate world of dolls through this captivating art exhibit that showcases a diverse collection of historical, fashionable, collectible, craft, and unique figures.

This display celebrates doll makers, doll artistry, history, diversity and invites visitors to appreciate the unique story each doll tells.

If  you miss the opening, don’t despair, the exhibit will be open 10am – 3pm weekdays through Monday, January 15, 2024.

 

HBP Control Workshop – National Kidney Foundation at Hannan Center

HBP Control Workshop – National Kidney Foundation at Hannan Center 1088 1408 Hannan Center

Take charge of your health! Join us for a Six-Week Workshop Wednesdays from 10-11:30a.m.

At Hannan Center, the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan will present a workshop helping participants, or family members, learn how to:

  • Monitor blood pressure
  • Cope with stress
  • Make healthy food choices
  • Create a physical activity plan
  • Manage your medications
  • Keep personal action plans – and more

High blood pressure control will help you build skills and tools to manage your hypertension (“hbp”) and live a healthier life. It is a fun, interactive, eight week workshop led by certified leaders.

Second Sunday Artists Talk (virtual – registration required)

Second Sunday Artists Talk (virtual – registration required) 2160 1440 Hannan Center

2nd Sunday Arts Program
Join us every 2nd Sunday at 1pm for an hour. This monthly talk and showcase will feature the works of a single artist, followed by a lively, open Q&A with the artist.

The ‘Second Sunday Art Program’ is in cooperation with MiGen. You can register for the event at the MiGen calendar.

Hosted by Hannan Center.

Detroit Elders Project – Every 3rd Thursday at Hannan Center

Detroit Elders Project – Every 3rd Thursday at Hannan Center 286 176 Hannan Center

Detroit Elders Project

This group is a collaboration with MiGen and is for Detroit’s LGBTQ and Same Gender Loving older adults to learn about important issues that may impact their lives and to socialize with one another in a safe, supportive environment. Complimentary dinner provided.

Meets in person the third Thursday of each month from 5PM-7:30PM.

For more information, reach out to:

Cornelius Wilson from MiGen
Email at [email protected] or by phone at 313.942.2803.

Richard Reeves from Hannan Center
Email at [email protected] or by phone at 313.833.1300 x25.

Beyond U Registration – Winter 2023 Term

Beyond U Registration – Winter 2023 Term 1500 1500 Hannan Center

Online Registration is Open now through Thursday, January 11, 2024
Do not miss attending a workshop or class during our Winter term.

Visit Hannan’s Beyond U registration page and sign up today!

Classes and Workshops

2023 Winter Term Begins: Tuesday, January 16, 2024
2023 Winter Term Ends: Friday, May 3, 2024

All classes and workshops will be online unless otherwise noted in class description.
Registration is $7.00, plus Class/Workshop fee $7.00 (unless otherwise noted in class description)

 

‘I’ll Be Your Mirror’ Exhibit featuring LGBTQ artists 55 and up

‘I’ll Be Your Mirror’ Exhibit featuring LGBTQ artists 55 and up 150 150 Hannan Center

May 31 to July 1, 2024

Celebrate Pride Month and artists 55 and up with Hannan Center in the Ellen Kayrod Art Gallery | Biennial Art Show ‘I’ll Be Your Mirror’ Reflections of the Contemporary Queer in cooperation with Mighty Real/Queer Detroit

11 more exhibitions in Detroit in June:

CCS College for Creative Studies| June 7 to Aug 15 | Center Galleries
Detroit Metro Times Article
Detroit Contemporary
Wayne State Galleries
Brooklyn Rail recorded session
Detroit Artists Market

When There Are Nine Exhibit – Celebrate Women’s History Month at Hannan Center’s Ellen Kayrod Art Gallery

When There Are Nine Exhibit – Celebrate Women’s History Month at Hannan Center’s Ellen Kayrod Art Gallery 150 150 Hannan Center
Ruth Bader Ginsberg in her Supreme Court Robes sitting in a chair; quote 'When There Are Nine' to the right of her image

“When There Are Nine”

Come celebrate Women’s History Month at the Ellen Kayrod Art Gallery

Hannan Center proudly announces the dates for the upcoming exhibit ‘When There Are Nine’ a tribute to Ruth Bader Ginsberg:

“So now the perception is, yes, women are here to stay. And when I’m sometimes asked when will there be enough [women on the Supreme Court]? And I say when there are nine, people are shocked. But there’d been nine men, and nobody’s ever raised a question about that.”

Opening Reception: Saturday, March 9 | 1 – 5pm
Artist Talk: April Anue Shipp (keynote speaker)
Closing: April 18, 2024 | 3pm

General Hours: Mon – Fri 10a – 3p | Special Events Sat & Sun

Ron Scarbough Exhibit – Kayrod Gallery

Ron Scarbough Exhibit – Kayrod Gallery 1200 800 Hannan Center

During Black History Month

Honor – Past, Present, and Future
Ron Scarbough and Friends Art Exhibit | Featuring – Creative Spirits

Opens: Friday, February 9, 2024 | 10a-3p
Reception: Saturday, February 17, 2024 | 4 – 7pm
Closes: Wednesday, February 28, 2024 | 3p

An exhibit exploring the artwork of Detroit African American artists, honoring the past and present contributions to our cultural landscape while giving a glimpse of the future.

Displayed will be a variety of work by many local artists and specially featured original artwork for sale by recent Detroit ancestors, Ron Scarbough and Warren Wells.

General Hours: Mon – Fri 10a – 3p | Special Events Sat & Sun