“Cranbrook’s world-renowned campus is a treasure-trove of history, architecture, craftsmanship, design, and beauty. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1989, the campus is a living collection of masterworks by architects such as Albert Kahn, Eliel Saarinen, Rafael Moneo, and Billie Tsien and Tod Williams. It isn’t just stunning architecture and sweeping vistas you will see at Cranbrook; the attention to design and detail by Cranbrook artisans are present in the intricate brickwork patterns in walkways and buildings, the ironwork of the gates, and the exquisite statuary that decorates the campus. The grounds of Cranbrook have been walked by some of the most influential people in the worlds of art and design, and the Schools and Academy of Art continue to educate innovative and creative minds.” Website
Our visit will include a tour of the Saarinen House, as well as a tour of the Arts & Crafts Court and the Boys’ School Campus. We will then enjoy a catered lunch in the Boys’ Dining Hall. Following lunch, we will have a Behind-the-Scenes Tourof the Collections Wing and some self-guided time to explore the Cranbrook Art Museum. We will return to Midland by approximately 5 pm.
We will meet at the
Alden B. Dow Home and Studio
(315 Post Street) at 8:45 for 9 am departure.
We will have Motorcoach transportation to Bloomfield Hills and back.
The $95 cost includes round-trip transportation, tour fees and lunch.
For more information contact Carol Neff
phone: 989.839.2744
email: neff@midcenturymodern.com