Admission tickets

Admission to the exhibition is $10 for adults and $5 for youth ages 6-17, and adult chaperones (1 chaperone for every 10 students when scheduling a school visit). Advance reservations are available for groups of 20 people or more. Limited admission and transportation subsidies are available. For reservations, call Group Sales at 313.833.1292.


Audio Tours

The exhibition audio tour is free with admission, and features an adult version (suitable for high school students).


Educators’ Discount at DIA Museum Shop

Please bring your educator’s identification to receive a 20% educational discount on products to be used exclusively in the classroom. This discount may not be combined with any other discount. (If you wish to receive a tax exemption with the 20% discount, you need a school ID number.)


“Ask Me” Docent

A museum-trained volunteer will be available during all open hours to address visitor questions.


Exhibition Preview

Click here to take the on-line preview tour and learn more about Ansel Adams.


Teacher Workshop

Focus on Special Exhibitions: Ansel Adams
Saturday, March 3; 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Learn how Adams' iconic photographs reveal American history and core democratic values. Henry Ford Community College instructor and museum consultant, Amy DeWys Van Heck models strategies for incorporating Adam's stunning works into your classroom. In the afternoon, attend the exhibition member's preview and lecture with Karen Haas, Curator of The Lane Collection and author of the Ansel Adams catalog. Teaching materials will be provided. For art, classroom, and social studies teachers. Includes exhibition admission. Workshop begins in the Crystal Gallery. Call 313.833.4249 to register.

Member fee: $40
Nonmember fee: $50
Student teacher fee: $25
SB-CEU credit available for additional fee.

Workshop Registration
To register for workshops, call 313 833 4249. Teacher workshops are open to K-12 educators of all subjects.



Left corner image: Ansel Adams, American; From Hurricane Hill, Olympic National Park, Washington, 1948; gelatin silver print. The Lane Collection. ©2007 The Ansel Adams Publishing Rights Trust.