The Science of Design | Kids Out and About Ann Arbor / Detroit

The Science of Design

Skip the flowers and chocolates—gift Mom some science! Celebrate Mother’s Day with Cranbrook Institute of Science on Saturday, May 10, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at The Science of Design, a one-of-a-kind jewelry design workshop!

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Experience creativity, craftsmanship, and a touch of science as award-winning jeweler Matthew Gross of MHG Jewelry Studio introduces you to the science behind design and shares his innovative approach to arranging shapes into visually stunning patterns.

 

Experiences during this event workshop include: 

 

Artistic Arrangements: Experiment with basic shapes to create pleasing patterns

A Rare Look: Explore exquisite jewelry and art objects from the Institute’s vault collection

Design Direction: Learn practical jewelry design and artistic media techniques 

A Treasure to Keep: Leave with a personally crafted pattern design as a special keepsake

Refresh & Create: Enjoy light refreshments as you immerse yourself in the world of design 

Enjoy FREE admission to the museum, including access to The Science of Archimedes exhibit!

 

This event is recommended for designers ages 12 and up. Participants ages 12 to 17 must be accompanied by a registered adult chaperone throughout the entire workshop. 

 

Tickets to this exclusive event are $42.50 for members and $50.00 for non-members. Tickets are non-refundable. Pre-registration is required and will close on May 7, 2025. Registration is limited to 25 participants, so don’t wait!

 

Make it a day to remember with Mom! Register today! 


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Location:

39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48303
United States

Phone:

248-645-3200
Contact name: 
Cranbrook Institute of Science
Dates: 
05/10/2025
Time: 
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Price: 
Tickets to this exclusive event are $42.50 for members and $50.00 for non-members.

Ages

9-12 years Teenagers Adults & kids together