FOR RELEASE:  April 30, 2009

 

 

 

 

Innovative “Art Unhinged”Auction to Benefit Two Community Groups

 

 

 

(TROY, MI) – An innovative art auction to benefit the Troy Historical Society and the Troy Community Coalition will be held Saturday, May 30, from 6-9 pm at 1700 W. Big Beaver (on the north side of Big Beaver, west of Crooks). 

 

In a project named “Art Unhinged,” local artists have transformed recycled metal doors from the former Kmart Headquarters into magnificent works of art, including furniture, sculptures, painted canvases and more.

 

Auction attendees will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and wine along with music by “Counterpoint,” the Troy High Jazz Combo and improv entertainment by “Stranger than Friction.”

 

Tickets are $30 per person or $50 per couple.  They can be purchased by calling 248.524.1147 or 248.823.5088.  1700 W. Big Beaver is located west of Crooks Rd. on the north side of Big Beaver.  The parking lot is in the back of the building.  

 

 

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