Art

Levon Kafafian's new exhibit at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit imagines a fantastical future rooted in Armenian textile and storytelling traditions.

Today, a conversation with Michigan Anishinaabe artist Kelly Church about her new exhibition alongside her daughter, Cherish Parrish.

Today, the life of James Earl Jones honored in Manistee County. Then, a mother-daughter duo individually discuss their artwork, exhibition and the culture and tradition behind their works.

Today, we talk to a reporter about what's new with the high-speed electricity lines coming to Michigan. Then, we discuss the inspiration behind a first-generation Latinx artist's work in Detroit.

Today, we listen to what immigration as an issue means for voters this election. Then, a brand new radio station in Northern Michigan. Later, we talk to an artist whose work is the product of thousands of years of Anishinaabe creative and intellectual tradition.

Today, the climate of election disinformation about immigrants, and how people in different Michigan communities actually feel about immigrants. Also, helping Native voters get ready for elections — and getting Michigan’s election administrators ready for tribal citizens. Plus, a master of Anishinaabe Black Ash basketry talks about the people and stories that feed and inform her work.

We talk to Hadassah GreenSky about her work, Detroit's musical energy, and an upcoming event.

Today, we talk to geologists about whether rock formations could keep excess carbon out of the atmosphere. Then, we revisit a conversation with creators of a podcast about the disappearance of Anita Wiley. Later, we travel to a colorful backyard also known as Hamtramck Disneyland.

State funding for economic development is a hot topic. Today, we get details on what companies starting EV battery plants in Michigan have delivered. Also, artist Elizabeth Youngblood talks about getting abstract forms to express an almost spiritual sense of time and change. And podcaster Courtney Andersen on upfront sobriety.

During this heatwave, how do we protect ourselves and loved ones? Also, a new exhibit exploring the interconnected history of African American culture and quilting. Plus, Karen McDonald talks about her work in preventing gun violence and the aftermath of the recent Rochester Hill's shooting.