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Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit

United States
Contemporary
Museum

The Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) presents exhibitions and programs exploring the best contemporary art, connecting Detroit and the global art world. MOCAD focuses on art as a means to nurture social change and human understanding, reflecting our community. The museum encourage innovative experimentation by artists, musicians, makers, cultural producers, and scholars to enrich all who participate and to educate visitors of all ages about the power of art. Whether from Detroit or worldwide, the museum welcomes creative voices who can guide us to an equitable and inclusive future. MOCAD believes that art can change us, and it’s the museum's responsibility to hold a space where challenge, acceptance, hope, and beauty can coincide.

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Tech Specs

Tech Specs

Performance

39

Accessibility

88

Best Practices

74

SEO

84

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