The Drexciyan Empire Immersive Experience

For the first time in history, audiences can step into the aquatic world of The Empire of Drexciya during Detroit’s Month of Design. Guests will experience a brand new audiovisual journey featuring renowned musicians, large-scale projections, architectural storytelling and never before seen animated footage of The Drexciyan Empire.

Just as artists from Motown were foundational in Detroit’s sound and culture, The Empire of Drexciya was a powerful eighties Afrofuturist vision rooted in music, mythology, and resilience, guiding the way for electronic music and Detroit’s rebirth. This experience brings this legend to life in an entirely new way.

The historic Motown Mansion will be transformed into an aquatic subsea experience, which will transport viewers below sea level to fully experience the legend through sight, sound, and new bodily awakenings.

Blending immersive visuals, sound design, and storytelling, the experience offers a rare opportunity to engage with one of Detroit’s most influential cultural…