Photo of the Week: Escaping the Cold Winter at Belle Isle Conservatory

Orange orchids in bloom

With a temperature of three degrees Farenheit this morning in southeast Michigan, I decided to escape the cold winter temperatures.

It was the perfect day to visit Belle Isle and enjoy the warm, humid conservatory and colorful flowers in bloom. Continue reading Photo of the Week: Escaping the Cold Winter at Belle Isle Conservatory

Photo of the Week: Toledo Museum of Art Bronze Doors

Decorative metalwork double doors

When I attended a conference last week at the Toledo Museum of Art, I took a brief walk through the exhibit halls during one of the afternoon breaks.

At the end of one hall, a pair of doors caught my attention.

From afar, it looked like a story was being told in the panels. I had to look closer! Continue reading Photo of the Week: Toledo Museum of Art Bronze Doors

Photo of the Week: The Meier Clock

Meier Clock

If you’re walking down the stairs from the second floor of the Detroit Historical Museum, you might pass by one of the most interesting displays in the museum.

Most people stop to view the beautiful stained glass in the full size window on the landing.

But pause on the landing, turn 90 degrees to the left, and you’ll see the magnificent Meier Clock. Continue reading Photo of the Week: The Meier Clock