Crandemonium 2025

Step into Detroit’s creative future at Crandemonium — the signature fundraiser for Cranbrook Art Museum and Cranbrook Academy of Art — celebrating Cranbrook’s legacy and its deep roots in the city’s artistic landscape. 

 This high-energy evening begins with an exclusive preview of Seen/Scene: Artwork from the Jennifer Gilbert Collection—the first public showing of Gilbert’s private collection. Co-curated by Academy alumnus Nick Cave (MFA 1989 Fiber) and Cranbrook Art Museum Chief Curator Laura Mott, the exhibition presents portraiture by 36 contemporary artists, exploring the question: How do we truly see one another? 

Guests of Crandemonium will get a first look at the exhibition ahead of its public debut. 

The celebration continues across the street with Art After Dark at Stanton Yards—featuring live DJs Mount Mariah, AK, and Blackmoonchild. Also with dancing, dessert, and a special viewing of “Party Store” by Amy Fisher Price. 

The Shepherd and Stanton Yard, Little Village, Detroit

Event Lineup 

5:30 PM | Patron Preview 

6:30 PM | The Gala Dinner 

8:30 PM | Art After Dark 

Individual Tickets – Purchase Here

$1,000 | The Gala Dinner +Art After Dark 

$100 | Art After Dark 

Sponsorships 

Sponsors at $10,000 and above receive access to the Patron Preview — an intimate, curator-led tour of the exhibition before doors open. At 6:30 PM, all event sponsors and dinner guests enjoy The Gala Dinner, featuring a curated strolling meal and open access to the exhibition. The evening culminates with Art After Dark — our electrifying dessert and dance party. Access is included for sponsors and dinner guests. A limited number of Art After Dark tickets are also available for purchase separately. 

For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Caryn Emmer at cemmer@cranbrook.edu.