Hello Art Deco and Mid-Century Friends! The heat of summer is upon us. Vacations, summer camp, BBQs and baseball games fill up the days of July. We wait in long lines for ice cream cones at our favorite stands, drop the tops on our convertibles, hang out at the beach, roast marshmallows over an open fire and gaze at the Northern Lights. Summer in Michigan is magical.
Here at DAADS we’re looking forward to our biggest night of the year, July 16th at the Turkel House, for an evening of architecture, music and design. This promises to be a special evening. Thanks to this event we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming many new members. To all of you new members we say, Welcome!
We’ve put together a list of fun things to do this month. If you miss the 1970’s perhaps a road trip to Long Island should be in your plans. Need a break from the heat? Movie theaters provide both respite and entertainment; we love the Senate & the Redford theaters. We wish all of you a safe and happy 4th of July! Until next month, take care and stay cool.
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The Detroit Area Art Deco Society invites you to view Detroit’s only Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home –
The Turkel House
Join us for an evening of architecture, music and design.
Enjoy a lovely selection of hors d’oeuvres, hand-selected wines and beverages. The Ben Dannug Trio is ready to set the tone of this special evening for Deco Society members.
Thursday, July 16th
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Parking and driving directions: 19145 Strathcona Dr., Detroit
Parking is on Strathcona Drive with a connecting walkway to the Turkel House. (Please do not park at the residence.)
Tickets must be purchased in advance. There are a limited number of tickets available due to the home’s capacity. Tickets are first come, first served. Please note: Members may purchase up to two (2) tickets at the $125 price by July 1st.
Silent Auction
Pay online using our secure website: www.daads.org
$125 – Detroit Area Art Deco Society Member ticket price
$150 – Non member ticket price – this includes an individual membership to DAADS at a discounted rate. Proceeds from this event benefit the Detroit Area Art Deco Society’s scholarship program. The Detroit Area Art Deco Society is a Michigan not-for-profit 501 (c) (3) organization.
Things to Do, Places to Go…
Drinks x Design: Light & Sound July 9th 5:30-9:30 pm
Join Design Core Detroit for the final edition of this season’s Drinks by Design series, an evening of creative discovery, connection, and immersive experiences exploring the role of light and sound in shaping the spaces around us.
From interactive installations and multimedia experiences to lighting concepts, projections, and sensory design showcases, this edition invites attendees to experience how designers influence the way we perceive, move through, and connect with public and built environments.
Hosted at Wasserman Projects, Drinks by Design brings together Detroit’s creative community for a one-night-only showcase featuring designers, artists, creative businesses, and cultural organizations working across disciplines.
Come explore, connect, and experience design in a whole new way.
Free and open to the public. RSVP Required.
Join the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles to revel in the exotic design of Erté with a special online lecture! Sunday, July 12, 2026 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM PDT on Zoom.
Fashion historian Summer Anne Lee presents an immersive virtual exploration of the life and work of Erté, one of the most influential and enduring designers of the twentieth century. From his early collaboration with Paul Poiret to his rise as a leading illustrator of the Art Deco style, Erté crafted a visual language of elegance, elongation, and fantasy that captivated audiences around the world. Tickets: https://artdecola.org/events-calendar/erte-designing-fashion-and-fantasy-from-paris-to-hollywood
Le Shoppe Modern will celebrate the grand opening of Le Shoppe Vintage Market, their newest destination for vintage shopping and one-of-a-kind finds.
Spend the afternoon exploring 14+ curated vendors featuring vintage décor, furniture, art, clothing, collectibles, and unique treasures you won’t find anywhere else.
To celebrate, participating vendors will be offering 10% OFF throughout the event!
🎶 DJ Entertainment
🌮 Food Trucks
🎉 Games & Giveaways
🛍️ Vintage Treasure Hunting
📅 Saturday, July 18
🕛 12 PM – 5 PM
📍 3180 Summers Rd
Long Island in the ’70s
On view in the LIM History Museum from May 14 through October 18, 2026
If you lived through the 1970s, you know the decade is about more than orange shag carpets, platform shoes, avocado-colored walls, oversized Detroit “land yachts,” and spinning the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack on vinyl. It is layered and complex. Across Long Island, social, political, and demographic shifts fuel cultural and artistic innovation, even as new questions and vulnerabilities emerge.
Long Island in the ’70s captures the energy, excitement, and challenges of this transformative era. The exhibition features fashions from LIM’s collection, a 1974 AMC Matador Station Wagon on loan from its original owner’s family, milestone toys and sports memorabilia, and artwork and photography reflecting the decade’s changes. As the postwar boom in Levittown and Nassau County slows, suburban growth moves east. Suffolk County’s population rises rapidly, especially in Huntington, Babylon, Islip, and Brookhaven, sparking environmental activism and legislation like the Suffolk County Farmland Preservation Act, as well as protests over the Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant. Meanwhile, Long Island develops a stronger regional identity, marked by the arrival of the New York Islanders in 1972 at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, and a growing influx of artists east of the Shinnecock Canal.
Building on LIM’s popular exhibitions on the 1950s and 1960s, this show brings together a wide range of art and artifacts—from clothing and paintings to photographs, music, and pop culture objects. Highlights include photography by Rick Kopstein, Meryl Meisler, and Joanne Mulberg. Visitors explore immersive displays, including a fully realized 1970s suburban living room, and a section on Long Island’s experiences during the end of the Vietnam War, with military uniforms, photographs, and shared stories—offering a vivid look at a decade that continues to shape life today. More Info
Chihuly at Meijer Gardens May 2-November 1, 2026
Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park welcomes back acclaimed artist Dale Chihuly. Experience the magic of glass art like never before. This highly anticipated exhibition transforms both the beautiful outdoor gardens and inviting indoor Sculpture Galleries with the world-renowned artistry of Dale Chihuly. Stroll through the gardens and discover monumental glass sculptures, vibrant Reeds, and stunning site-specific installations that harmoniously blend art with nature, creating breathtaking moments around every corner.
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Looking Ahead
Alden B Dow Home and Studio Tour: Saturday September 26, 2:00-4:00 pm
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The Detroit Area Art Deco Society is a non-profit 501c and your investment supports our annual Eastern Michigan University Preservation Scholarship.