Exhibits Events in Detroit

Modern science owes a great deal to Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) the Italian scientist, astronomer, and mathematician. His discoveries enabled great paradigm shifts in science and paved the way for space travel in the 20th and 21st Centuries. This hands-on, interactive exhibition engages visitors by revealing the secrets of Galileo’s groundbreaking science through interactive experiments and exhibits. (248) 645-3200

New Detroit Inc., the nation’s first racial justice coalition that works toward racial equity and dismantling systemic racism, has announced it is accepting nominations for its inaugural “Just Lead: Advancing Racial Equity 2024 Leadership Awards.” Just Lead is New Detroit’s annual leadership conference that celebrates and informs leaders in racial equity. The awards are open to leaders in Michigan with an emphasis on impact in Southeast Michigan. New Detroit will recognize five leaders from the above categories at its annual Just Lead Conference on October 17, at a luncheon at the Icon, Detroit. 248-417-5246

Take a walk back in time to Detroit's first Jewish enclave, 1880-1930, where tradition and innovation rubbed shoulders in surprising ways. 248-915-0114, option 4

SHOW LTU 2024 will spotlight more than 150 original works by graduating students as well as work of alumni of Lawrence Technological University’s College of Architecture and Design. This event represents a rare opportunity to consider what the future of architecture and design will look like. It is open to the public 6-9 p.m. Thursday, May 2 at Building 3, College of Architecture and Design at LTU, 21000 West 10 Mile Road, Southfield, Mich. This year, SHOW LTU will include a special guest lecture and book signing by internationally renowned Architect Thom Mayne at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 2. (248) 352-0990

Through the Looking Glass: A Discussion of the Art of Microscopy From the earliest rudimentary lenses to the marvels of modern science that are today’s state-of-the-art microscopes, microscopy has revolutionized our understanding of the natural world. Beginning with the Nimrud (Layard) lens, a piece of rock crystal that dates back to the 8th century BC, through modern-day devices like electron microscopes and scanning probe microscopes, we will explore how microscopes have been used and improved over time. Join us on this enlightening voyage through the annals of microscopy as we celebrate the minds and inventions that have shaped our understand (810) 237-3400