Next Exhibit:

ArtFULL, curated by Barbra Heller (Director and Conservator, Special Projects at DIA), Rabbi Aaron Bergman and Barbara Kratchman.
Exhibit
October 18 – December 2, 2026
Opening Reception: Sunday, October 18, 1 – 4 PM

ArtFULL: Art at the Heart of Jewish Life celebrates the powerful and enduring relationship between art, Jewish identity, tradition, and community. Across two floors, the exhibition explores how artists transform Jewish experience into creative expression, and how art becomes part of the fabric of Jewish life.

The upper gallery, juried by Rabbi Aaron Bergman and Barbara Kratchman, features artist-made Judaica, bringing together treasured heirlooms on loan from community members alongside contemporary works by practicing artists. These objects reveal the many ways Jewish traditions have been honored, interpreted, and reimagined through art. From cherished objects passed down through generations to new works created for Jewish life today, the gallery invites visitors to consider how Judaica can hold memory, embody ritual, and connect generations.

The lower gallery, juried by Barbara Heller (Director and Conservator, Special Projects at DIA) features the work of local Jewish artists, highlighting the diverse ways artists draw from their Jewish experiences and identities. Through paintings, sculpture, photography, textiles, and other forms of creative expression, each artist offers a unique perspective on what it means to create as a Jewish artist today.

ArtFULL invites visitors to journey from the objects that enrich Jewish ritual and tradition to the artists who are shaping Jewish creative expression today. Across both floors, the exhibition reveals art as more than decoration or artifact: it is a vessel for memory, a reflection of identity, a source of connection, and a living expression of Jewish life.


Try one of our elevated experiences:
Schedule a private tour with a glass of wine, a collector’s visit with our gallery director, or let us host your next event surrounded by art.

NEW OPEN HOURS

Sunday: By Appointment
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10 AM – 4 PM
Wednesday: By Appointment
Thursday: 11 AM – 7 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed

To make an appointment, call 248-432-5579.
Reservations must be made at least 7 days in advance.


Past Exhibits

ARCHIVED EXHIBITS

Frequently asked questions

The Janice Charach Gallery is located on the campus of the Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit in West Bloomfield, Michigan. More specifically, you’ll find us at 6600 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48322.

NEW HOURS DURING EXHIBITS:
Sunday: By Appointment
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wednesday: By Appointment
Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: CLOSED

Reservations must be made at least 7 days in advance.

Click Here to make an appointment, or call 248.432.5579.

Questions? Please call (248) 432-5579 or email [email protected].

To apply to our open calls, click here.

Exhibit proposals, complete with the following information, can be sent to [email protected]:

  • Your contact information, including name, phone and email
  • A link to your website or portfolio
  • An artist statement, bio and CV/resume
  • An exhibition statement that answers the following questions: What is the purpose/message of the exhibit? Who are the artist(s) involved? Are there any lectures or programs linked to the exhibit? Is this a traveling exhibition? If so, what are the fees and regulations involved? Will there be shipping of artwork or media? Are there educational materials?
  • We are currently not accepting solo exhibit proposals.

Do you love art? Do you enjoy teaching? Are you looking for an opportunity to share your craft with the community? The Janice Charach Gallery is looking to expand our art programming by hosting more workshops and classes taught by local artists. If you’re interested, please send the following information to [email protected]:

  • Information about you
  • A title and description of the workshop
  • Any images of what would be created
  • Any additional information that may be helpful for us to know about your workshop

You can explore our past gallery exhibits by clicking on our archive link at the bottom of the page.

Gallery Lower
Gallery Upper Floor Plan

Founded on the passion and vision of a young Jewish artist, the Janice Charach Gallery honors the legacy of it’s namesake. Janice Charach, a graduate of Detroit’s College for Creative Studies, believed deeply in the concerns of emerging artists before she lost her battle with cancer at age 39. In her memory, we have created a world-class forum for creators of all backgrounds, inspired by her love of art and the Jewish value of tikkun olam, or repairing the world. We believe that art has the power to connect people and build community, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and creative environment for all. 

See more about Janice here.

Yes! The Janice Charach Gallery is a bright, open, airy space with two levels lit by gorgeous skylights. Housing regularly rotating art exhibitions, the Charach Gallery is the ideal spot to host a lecture, brunch or exposition. Complete with projector and screen, and full sound capabilities, the Janice Charach Gallery will add an air of elegance to your next gathering. Our team is excited to help you make your event a success. Please contact us with your inquiry and let us know what you are envisioning. We will do our very best to help you find the right space.

Text or call our J Rentals phone: (248) 406-6323.

Email us at [email protected].

All of our exhibits are free and open to the public, and the artwork is for sale.

The best way to support our gallery & local artists is to BUY ARTWORK!

We are a 501 (c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. Exhibitions and programs are made possible by supporters like you.

Exhibit Sponsors:
Dr. Judy Balan Pearl
Prudence Bernstein Trust
Esther Hankin
Rebecca & Fred Hankin
Manat Foundation*
Bluma Schechter*
Nancy Wanchik

Program Sponsors:
The Henkin Family
Judy & Dr. John Marx

Gallery Supporters: Marge Duncanson, Peggy & Dennis Frank, Jerome Soble

Art Appreciators: Mordecai Abramowitz, Ruth Bardenstein, Roselyn Blanck, Helen Brown, The Drozd Family, Pete Duncanson, Amy Fell-Burford, Ann Finn, Marjorie Karp-Opperer, Diane Marie Kramer, Lesley & Julius Kutinsky, Rena Leibovitz, Jeff Friedman, Jeremy Noonan, Michael Radner, Joan & David Schwartz, Marlee Shifman, Steven & Patti Tapper, Lulu Zheng

Perpetual Endowment Funds:
Janice Charach Gallery Endowment Fund, Boris & Beatrice Katz Endowment Fund for the Janice Charach Gallery, Harold & Myrtle Lenhoff Endowment Fund, William R. Ross Art & Education Fund, H. Soble Endowment Fund for the Janice Charach Gallery

*Denotes Pillar of Light. Pillars of Light donate $5,000 or more annually to Jewish Community Center programming. For more information on becoming a Pillar of Light, please call the Development department at 248.432.5418.

List represents gifts between June 1, 2026 to present.

4,465 people attended exhibitions last year.