Rainy Proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts

Tuesday, May 6th, 2025

On May 4th, under a soft spring rain, Dami asked Michella the most important question of their lives — and she said yes! A very memorable and rainy proposal at the Detroit Institute of Arts.

The couple, who have been together for six years, share a love for art, culture, and trips from their home in Ann Arbor. But one place has always held a special place in their hearts: the Detroit Institute of Arts. Dami knew when he would propose; it had to be there. Despite a dreary weather forecast, they didn’t cancel their plans to spend the day in Detroit. Armed with coats and an umbrella, they strolled up to the main entrance, Michella unaware of what was about to unfold.

Then, just outside the Detroit Institute of Arts, surrounded by towering trees and glistening sidewalks, Dami got down on one knee. The moment was perfect — the rain falling gently, Michella shielding them both with a patterned umbrella, and Dami, kneeling with a hopeful smile. It was intimate and authentic, made more beautiful by the drizzle and overcast sky that seemed to wrap the couple in their own quiet world.

“We’ve always loved the DIA,” Michella said. It is a place they will never forget and will return to for years to come. Their story is a reminder that even rain can’t dampen love — and sometimes, it makes the moment even more magical.

Man down on a knee while girlfriend reacts during rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
man down on an knew while woman turns away with umbrella during rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
man down on knee opens ring box during rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
man places ring on finger during rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
woman smiles at man during man rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
excitement on woman's face during rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
Man and woman embrace after during rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
Man and woman hold hands under rain drops during rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
portrait of man and woman after rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
Man and woman embrace under umbrella
Man and woman kiss under the arches at Detroit Institute of Arts
man and woman smile under umbrella during rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
man and woman kiss on front steps of DIA
man and woman hold hands walking down the stairs during rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
couple embraces under cherry blossoms
couple hold each other under cherry blossoms outside of DIA
Couple laugh during after rainy proposal at Detroit Institute of Arts
Man kisses woman's forehead under the arches of the DIA
Couple look longingly at each other outside of the DIA

Congratulations, Dami and Michella, on this incredible milestone! Your love story has entered a beautiful new chapter, celebrated in one of Detroit’s most cherished locations. This unforgettable proposal, with its memorable rainy backdrop at the Detroit Institute of Arts, will always hold a special place in our hearts!