Jo's Gallery

10/15/2026

🎨 AFRICAN ART & SPIRIT DOLLS — A SPECIAL TWO-DAY EVENT AT JO’S GALLERY! 🖤❤️💛
Join us this Friday and Saturday at Jo’s Gallery on Detroit’s historic Livernois Avenue of Fashion for a special celebration of African art, culture, creativity, and community!
We're excited to feature two talented creatives, Rod Spencer and Ann Avelia, for an inspiring weekend of art, conversation, and discovery.
🌍 MEET ROD SPENCER — AFRICAN ART COLLECTOR
Explore an extraordinary collection of African art, sculptures, and beautifully handcrafted pieces.
🎤 SPECIAL ARTIST TALK
Saturday, October 17 | 2–4 PM
“The Art of Collecting African Art”
Join Rod Spencer as he shares his knowledge and passion for African art, its cultural significance, and the fascinating world of collecting. Whether you're an experienced collector or simply curious about African art, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn and be inspired!
🪆 MEET ANN AVELIA — DOLLS FOR THE SPIRIT
Discover the beauty and creativity of Ann Avelia's handcrafted spirit dolls. Her unique creations celebrate African heritage, imagination, cultural expression, and storytelling.
✨ Ann will be at Jo’s Gallery on Saturday, October 17, from 2–4 PM!
Come meet the artist, explore her work, and experience these remarkable creations in person.
📅 EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, October 16, 2026
🕒 Art Show: 3–6 PM
Saturday, October 17, 2026
🕑 Art Show: 2–5 PM
🎤 Rod Spencer Artist Talk: 2–4 PM
🪆 Meet Ann Avelia: 2–4 PM
📍 JO’S GALLERY
19376 Livernois Avenue
Detroit, MI 48221
🏛️ Gallery Hours: 11 AM–6:30 PM
❤️ SUPPORT LOCAL ARTISTS. CELEBRATE CULTURE. EXPERIENCE ART.
Bring a friend, meet the artists, discover something extraordinary, and enjoy an inspiring weekend at Jo’s Gallery!
We look forward to seeing you!

10/15/2026

AFRICAN ART & SPIRIT DOLLS — A TWO-DAY ART EXPERIENCE AT JO’S GALLERY!

Join us this Friday and Saturday for a special celebration of African art, culture, creativity, and community at Jo’s Gallery in Detroit's historic Avenue of Fashion!

We’re excited to welcome two talented creatives for a weekend of beautiful art, cultural storytelling, and meaningful conversations.

FEATURED ARTIST: ROD SPENCER

Discover an extraordinary collection of African art, sculptures, and handcrafted pieces.
SPECIAL ARTIST TALK
Saturday, October 17 | 2–4 PM

Join Rod Spencer for an engaging conversation on “The Art of Collecting African Art.” Learn about the history, cultural significance, and beauty of African art, along with insights into building your own collection.
FEATURED DOLL ARTIST: ANN AVELIA
Dolls for the Spirit

Experience the beauty and creativity of Ann Avelia’s handcrafted spirit dolls.
Each creation celebrates heritage, imagination, and artistic expression.

Meet Ann in person on Saturday, October 17, from 2–4 PM!
ART SHOW DATES & TIMES
Friday, October 16: 3–6 PM
Saturday, October 17: 2–5 PM
JO’S GALLERY
19376 Livernois Avenue
Detroit, MI 48221
Regular Gallery Hours: 11 AM–6:30 PM

Whether you're a seasoned art collector, discovering African art for the first time, or simply love unique handcrafted treasures, there's something special waiting for you!

Come meet the artists, explore the collections, and celebrate the richness of African art and culture.

Bring a friend, spread the word, and join us for a wonderful weekend at Jo’s Gallery!
ART • CULTURE • COLLECTING • COMMUNITY

09/05/2026

Visitors from St.Louis say Come visit Jo’s Gallery Detroit, came out today for Livernois Art on the Ave 2026. Join us today; we will be here until 7PM. 19376 Livernois, Detroit, Michigan.

09/03/2026

09/03/2026

Check out the review with all the galleries supporting Art on the Avenue 2026. This Saturday September 5th on the Avenue of Fashion noon to 7pm.

Art on the Avenue is returning to Detroit's Livernois corridor this Saturday after a hiatus, celebrating the stretch of galleries and creatives that have made the Avenue of Fashion a hub for arts and culture.

08/24/2026

🎨 **LIVERNOIS ART ON THE AVENUE IS BACK!** 🎨

Join us **Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 12 PM–7 PM** for a full day of art, culture, shopping, food, entertainment and community along Detroit’s historic **Livernois Avenue of Fashion**.

This is more than a gallery event — **businesses throughout the Livernois corridor are participating!** As you travel the Avenue, stop in and discover the special activities, displays, shopping, food, vendors and experiences being offered by participating businesses.

🖼️ Visit Livernois galleries and meet artists
🛍️ Shop our independent businesses and boutiques
🍽️ Enjoy food and restaurants along the corridor
🎶 Experience entertainment and special activities
🎨 Discover art exhibitions, demonstrations and creative experiences
❤️ Support Detroit-owned and neighborhood businesses

Livernois also has an incredible art legacy. **Jo’s Gallery, MAC Galleries, Eric’s I’ve Been Framed and Sherwood Forest Art Gallery have each been on the Livernois corridor for more than 30 years.** They will be joined by **The Felle Gallery, Art in Motion and other participating Livernois businesses** as we celebrate the past, present and future of this historic Detroit district.

**Every stop along the Avenue can offer something different — so don’t just visit one location. Explore Livernois!**

📅 **Saturday, September 5, 2026**
⏰ **12 PM–7 PM**
📍 **Livernois Avenue — Clarita to Eight Mile Road**
🎟️ **FREE & family-friendly**
✨ Part of **Detroit Month of Design**

Bring your family and friends, spend the afternoon on the Avenue, discover a business you’ve never visited before, meet local artists and help us celebrate the incredible businesses that make Livernois special.

**Come for the art. Stay for the food, shopping, culture and community.**

07/28/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us at Jo's Gallery for this month's Memory Café!

It was wonderful to spend the day creating, connecting, and building community together. Guests enjoyed a hands-on crafting experience complete with art supplies, delicious food, music, and meaningful conversation all in a welcoming space where everyone could slow down, express themselves, and make new memories.

We're so grateful to everyone who came out and helped make this gathering so special. Your creativity, laughter, and presence are what make the Memory Café such a meaningful experience.

If you missed this one, don't worry! Memory Café takes place every fourth Saturday of the month at JOS Gallery, and we'd love to see you at the next gathering. Be sure to follow us and keep an eye out for upcoming events—we have so much more in store!

See you next month!

07/24/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out and supported Jo's Gallery over the weekend. Your presence, your conversations, and your support mean more than you know.
We're especially grateful that you didn't just show love to us—you also supported the incredible small businesses, artists, and entrepreneurs that make The Avenue such a vibrant community. Every purchase, every visit, and every connection helps our neighborhood continue to grow.
Thank you for investing in local art, local businesses, and the people behind them. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!

07/24/2026

Meet Candace Calloway, candidate for Michigan State Representative—House District 5!

Join us for a special campaign fundraiser and Meet & Greet at Jo’s Gallery. Come meet Candace, learn more about her vision for District 5, connect with community leaders, and support her campaign.

Thursday, July 30 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Jo’s Gallery
19376 Livernois Avenue, Detroit, MI 48221

During Candace Calloway’s appearance, Jo’s Gallery will donate 10% of all gallery sales made from 6:00–8:00 PM to the Committee to Elect Candace Calloway. Shop, connect, and support a candidate working to represent our community!

Suggested campaign donations: $25 | $50 | $100 | $200

RSVP or contribute at:
secure.actblue.com/donate/josgallery