Scarab Club

Scarab Club is a Michigan historical marker in Detroit, Wayne County, dedicated 1998.

Wayne County · dedicated 1998 · 217 Farnsworth, Detroit

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Founded in 1907, the Scarab Club is one of Michigan’s oldest arts organizations. Originally called the Hopkin Club after Detroit marine painter Robert Hopkin, it was renamed in 1913. The scarab, an Egyptian symbol of rebirth, represents the club’s commitment to the perpetual renewal of the arts in Detroit. Lancelot Sukert of Detroit designed the clubhouse, which opened on October 5, 1928. The exterior exhibits a Northern Renaissance Revival influence and features the club logo in Pewabic tile. The interior, which houses studios, galleries and classrooms, reflects the Arts and Crafts style. The lounge ceiling beams bear autographs of prominent artists including John Sloan, Diego Rivera, Marcel Duchamp, and Norman Rockwell.

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