This last weekend we finally made it out to the DIA and I had a great time. I spent nearly four hours in the museum and still didn’t see everything. While I had visited the museum on a school trip before, I must have either not seen the Rivera mural or had completely forgotten about it. It’s an incredible mural and was certainly the highlight for me. I thought Mickalene Thomas’s portraits were particularly captivating. The photography showcase featured some pretty powerful works including Merik Goma’s reflection on the pandemic and Dawoud Bey’s Birmingham Project. I also really love French impressionism so getting to see actual paintings by Van Gogh and Monet was super cool.
Later in the week, I got to go with Om to a Tiger’s game as he had gotten free tickets through work. The weather was unexpectedly cooperative, making for a beautiful evening. While the Tigers lost, as is to be expected, the game was exciting down the stretch and the atmosphere in the stadium was electric.
Keegan, it sounds like you are making awesome use out of your last few weeks in the city! I have been loving the learning group outings. Lisa and I went to the Tigers game on the 25th, and they actually won!! I also loved the energy of the stadium and all of the little traditions like the seventh inning stretch. Super fun.