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 a live DJ, dancing, dessert, and an art installation. 

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.