DIA's Founders Junior Council

Founders Junior Council (FJC) is a group of young professionals ages 21-40 dedicated to introducing young adults to the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) and encouraging lifelong involvement through a variety of fundraisers and social events organized around the museum’s world-class collection and special exhibitions. All funds raised go to support the DIA.

Started by the DIA's Founders Society Board of Trustees in 1965, FJC members gain privileged access to one of the nation’s major fine arts museums. Enjoy exciting events that provide diverse social and educational engagement, including opportunities to meet other young professionals and preview special exhibits with exclusive tours by DIA curators. Funds raised support the museum’s endowment, and operations, including K–12 educational programming and public programming.

Membership Levels of the Founders Junior Council
o $250 Benefactor (2 complimentary tickets to each ArtSeen)
o $150 Single Benefactor (1 complimentary ticket to each ArtSeen)
o $50 Member

Members enjoy:
• Advanced purchase tickets to Cirque and Fash Bash®
• ArtSeen: Bi-annual evening soirées allowing for private viewings of
special exhibitions, as well as the opportunity to socialize and network.
• Cirque: This annual masked fundraiser featuring live entertainment is one
of the best evenings in metro Detroit.
• Behind the Scenes:This member-only perk allows after-hours viewing of a
special exhibition or loan with a DIA curator.
• Fash Bash: This annual fundraiser is the “must attend” sell-out event of
the summer, with an outstanding celebration of art and fashion.