To Mrs. Wendy (painting) Katrina Luzadas, Teacher: Rachel Darling, Grade 12, John Glenn High School, Courtesy of the DIA
The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) will showcase the creativity of Wayne County high school students in its 4th annual juried Wayne County High School Art Exhibition, running from June 20 to July 20, 2025. This creative exhibition will feature a diverse range of imaginative artworks by emerging artists in grades 9-12, including photography, painting, sculpture, textiles, jewelry, ceramics, and more, and will be on view in the Wayne and Joan Webber Education Wing. Admission is free with museum entry.
The exhibition’s submission period is open now through March 23, and all current high school students in Wayne County are encouraged to submit their most imaginative and meaningful works. Selected artworks will be showcased at the DIA and the Guardian Building this summer.
Salvador Salort-Pons, Director of the Detroit Institute of Arts, highlighted taking pride in uplifting and inspiring the next generation of artists at the museum.
“The Detroit Institute of Arts is honored to continue the tradition of highlighting the talent of Wayne County’s students with this exhibition, ”Salort-Pons said.
The Wayne County High School Art Exhibition has become an important event in the local arts community. It provides students in grades 9 through 12 with a platform to present their artwork to the public. In previous years, the exhibition has included works in various mediums, from photography and painting to textiles, sculpture, jewelry, and ceramics.
The exhibition offers a unique opportunity for emerging artists to not only showcase their work at the DIA but also in the Guardian Building, where an extension of the show will take place. The additional display at this iconic Detroit landmark further elevates the profile of young artists, offering a wider audience to appreciate their creations.
The exhibition is more than just a display of artistic talent. It reflects the power of art to bring communities together, celebrate diversity, and provide a space for youth to express their individual and collective experiences. The DIA’s initiative aligns with its mission to foster creativity and inspire the next generation of artists, while also providing local students with a valuable opportunity to engage with Detroit’s cultural landscape.
The exhibition is made possible through the support of the Tri-County millage, which funds arts and culture initiatives in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. Admission to the DIA is always free for residents of these counties, ensuring that access to the museum’s collections and exhibitions is open to all.
The Wayne County High School Art Exhibition is an important event not only for the students whose work will be displayed but also for the broader community that will be able to witness the incredible talent and innovation of the next generation of artists. This year’s exhibition promises to be another outstanding celebration of the creativity, resilience, and vision of Wayne County’s youth.
Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans highlighted that the Wayne County High School Art Exhibition is a shining example of how creativity and art can unite communities while recognizing these young people for their brilliance.
“I am always so moved by the depth of talent displayed each year, and I encourage all of Wayne County’s high school artists to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to share their voices and stories through art,” Evans said.
“Students, submit your work for consideration; it could be the inspiration that someone else needs.”
For more information on submission guidelines or to learn more about the exhibition, visit https://dia.org/events/exhibitions/wayne-county-high-school-art-exhibition.
Important Dates:
Submission Deadline: March 23, 2025
Exhibition Dates: June 20 – July 20, 2025
Location: Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI
Additional Venue: Guardian Building, 500 Griswold St., Detroit, MI
Cost: Free for Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County residents
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