Diego Rivera and the Detroit Industry Murals
Wed, Aug 20
|Conference Center at Mission Point
The story behind Diego Rivera's iconic Detroit Industry murals, now recognized as a National Historic Landmark.


Time & Location
Aug 20, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Conference Center at Mission Point, One Lake Shore Dr, Mackinac Island, MI 49757, USA
About
Join Detroit Institute of Art docent Kathy Lewand for an in-depth exploration of the story behind Diego Rivera's iconic Detroit Industry murals, now recognized as a National Historic Landmark. Delve into the fascinating history of these murals, which capture the spirit of industrial Detroit during the Great Depression. Kathy will guide you through Rivera's artistic vision, his collaboration with Ford, and the cultural significance of these stunning works of art, offering a deeper understanding of their place in both art history and American culture.
Lectures are held at Amphitheater in the Conference Center at Mission Point Resort
This Series is FREE and open to the public.