MSU Museum Reveals Monumentum and Launches Bold New Era

October 9, 2024 News

Last Friday, MSU Museum celebrated three significant milestones: the opening of a pop-up gallery at 311 Abbot in downtown East Lansing, as the museum’s facility is currently closed for renovations; the debut of the Monumentum exhibition, created by Abel Korinsky of Berlin-based Studio Korinsky as part of the inaugural MSUFCU Arts Power Up residency program; and the launch of Ascent, the MSU Museum’s $28 million capital campaign aimed at reimagining the museum’s galleries with an innovative, interdisciplinary approach.

The evening was a resounding success, featuring exquisite cuisine by Mike Ransom of Ima (Detroit), Sarah Welch of Marrow (Detroit), and Joseph VanWagner of Echelon (Ann Arbor), alongside a banging DJ set by John Collins of Detroit’s Underground Resistance.

Special thanks to everyone who contributed to making the event memorable, with a particular acknowledgment to MSU Federal Credit Union for its transformative support!

Devon Akmon standing at a podium, addressing an audience at an indoor event. The screen behind displays the word 'Ascent' in large purple letters, and the audience listens intently.
DJ John Collins wearing headphones and glasses, playing music on a modern DJ controller at an event. The background features bright purple lighting and the word 'Museum' in bold white text.
Monumentum by Abel Korinsky appears as a large rectangular art installation with swirling multicolored projections glowing in shades of green, pink, and purple in a dimly lit room.
Two women seated on a bench, wearing headphones and watching a video exhibit on a wall-mounted screen in a dimly lit room. Another group of people stands in the background, bathed in green lighting.
A vibrant food spread featuring sliced strawberries, blueberries, cheese, charcuterie, and condiments arranged on wooden boards.
A close-up of elegantly plated gourmet food featuring a small dish garnished with colorful vegetables and herbs, presented on a black plate.
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