Media Advisory 17th-Century Opulence, 21st-Century Revelry The DIA Presents ARTseen: GERARD TER BORCH March 14, 2005 WHAT The Detroit Institute of Arts’ (DIA) young professionals auxiliary Founders Junior Council (FJC) presents its social affair ArtSeen featuring the beautiful exhibition Gerard ter Borch. The evening will include delectable hors d’ oeuvres, an open bar and live music. Gerard ter Borch (1617–81) remains one of the most beloved painters of the 17th century. This exhibition presents the enduring appeal of Ter Borch, an artist who, like Vermeer, brings Dutch genre painting to its highest level of perfection. Gerard ter Borch was organized by the American Federation of Arts, New York, and the National Gallery of Art, Washington. This exhibition is supported by an indemnity from the Federal Council on the Arts and the Humanities. WHEN Friday, April 15, 7–11 p.m. WHERE The Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Avenue, Detroit. The event takes place in Kresge court. WHY To engage young professionals in the DIA for an evening of socializing and a must-see exhibition. FJC supports the DIA’s educational programs and art acquisitions. Other fundraisers include the popular FashBas® and Cirque™. TICKETS Tickets are $35 for FJC members in advance and $40 for non-members and for all tickets sold at the door. For more information, or to purchase tickets please call 313.833.3737 or visit www.foundersjuniorcouncil.org. # # # Programs are made possible with support from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and the City of Detroit. Located in the heart of Detroit's Cultural Center, the DIA is owned by the City of Detroit and is recognized as one of the country's premier art museums. From the first van Gogh to enter a U.S. museum (Self Portrait, 1887), to Diego Rivera's world-renowned Detroit Industry murals, the DIA's collection reveals the scope and depth of human experience, imagination and emotion. Museum hours are 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Fridays, and 10 a.m.–-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Admission is a donation. We recommend $4 for adults and $1 for children. DIA members are admitted free. For membership information call 313-833-7971. Click Here to download a printable file (Microsoft® Word format). back to “Media Room”