25th annual Arts and Crafts Conference in Detroit and Environs (Detroit) | Detroit
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The 25th annual Arts and Crafts Conference in Detroit and Environs offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich history and influence of the Arts and Crafts Movement. This five-day excursion, from September 27th to October 1st, includes a variety of engaging activities such as talks, walks, tours, museum visits, private club experiences, and home tours. The conference, organized by IAC, has been traveling to different American cities for the past 25 years, and in 2023 it will make its way to Detroit.
The Arts and Crafts Movement is not solely defined by its design vocabulary, but also by its ethos, principles, and ideals. IAC delves into the various expressions of the movement, which are influenced by regional, geographical, and international factors. The conference explores the sources of influence, the evolution of taste, the role of relationships and patronage in artistic production, materials and methods of fabrication, and the use of art as a catalyst for social change. Additionally, IAC showcases contemporary works that continue to embody the ethos and practices of the Arts and Crafts Movement.
The conference attracts a diverse and passionate group of attendees from across the country, including collectors, curators, scholars, and homeowners committed to exploring the movement and its manifestations. In Detroit, the conference will focus on the city's central role in the American Arts & Crafts Movement. Participants will delve into the founding of the Detroit Society of Arts and Crafts, the Scarab Club, and other institutions tied to the movement. They will also explore the cultural life in Detroit during the turn of the century and the founding of the Detroit Institute of Arts. The conference will examine the significant contributions of influential women in Detroit, such as Mary Chase Perry Stratton and Katherine McEwen. Furthermore, it will shed light on the relationship between Detroit architects and those with national footprints, creating connections between different cities.
For more detailed information about the conference agenda and hotel accommodations, please visit the official website at artinitiatives.com/2023-arts-crafts-conference-detroit-environs/.