"We have all known the long loneliness and we have learned that the only solution is love and that love comes with community."

Dorothy Day

About Us

The Convent was originally built in 1929 for the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, a primarily Polish order of Catholic nuns serving Transfiguration Church & School. As the number of nuns declined, the building eventually fell into disuse and disrepair.

In 2022, it was revitalized and transformed into an art and wellness hub, providing private office and studio space for health and wellness practitioners, artists, and other creatives. It also offers spacious common areas for larger gatherings and events.

The Convent was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2019 when the entire Transfiguration campus received historical status.

FAQs

  • The Convent Detroit is an art and wellness community comprised of 20 private studios across 4 floors. Our membership includes a wide variety of practitioners, from massage therapists and estheticians to visual artists and ceramicists. For a full list, click here.

    The convent is also available for private gatherings and public events. To book, email us at info@conventdetroit.com

  • No. Convent Detroit is not a religious organization. While some offerings might be spiritual in nature, the convent is a non-religious space open to people of all backgrounds and orientations.

  • Yes, we offer the space for private events and rentals on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us directly for more information.

    info@conventdetroit.com

  • Yes, appointments are required for all services. Walk-ins are not accepted. Please reach out directly to practitioners for bookings.

    Practitioner Information

  • Yes, we have a parking lot located behind the building for our clients.