In communities across Michigan, humanities-rich programming is making a lasting impact in the hearts and minds of residents and visitors alike. MI Humanities is proud to partner with local community champions to bring you high-quality public programming through community project grants, Museum on Main Street, and more.
PLEASE NOTE: Some events may be canceled or postponed. We work to ensure that our events calendar remains accurate. We strongly urge you to call the event contact for any program you are interested in to confirm that the event is still planned.
The Children’s Summer Series, presented by the Brighton Arts & Culture Commission, is a free, family-friendly event series that brings music, magic, theater, and more to our outdoor amphitheater in downtown Brighton. Held on Wednesdays at 10 am, starting June 18 and running through July 30, this engaging series features a diverse lineup of talented […]
River Raisin Ragtime Revue is presenting our 13th annual Ragtime Extravaganza, a community event that brings together local, regional, and national talent. The Extravaganza is presented free on the Adrian PlaneWave Instruments arts and science campus. This year’s Extravaganza is part of the Adrian Bicentennial Celebration. The day-long event features live music, a children’s magic […]
Caribbean Steel Drums through Dynamic School Assemblies are playing Caribbean style music with their steel drums for the Hazel Park District Library on Tuesday, July 8 at 6:30pm. This is an amazing program that will send the audience on a musical celebration of adventure through the islands. This interactive concert combines the experience of singing, […]
Join us for an energetic, family-friendly performance with author and artist Kevin Kammeraad! With puppets, music, poetry, and audience interaction, this show is packed with creativity and fun for all ages. This event is partially funded by and Arts and Humanities Grant.
Amazing date night opportunity at Sanilac Museum, July 11th - Candlelight Concert featuring Mert Sela. Mert Sela is a musician from Turkey, attended Kocaeli University and is now residing in St. Clair, Michigan. His performance will augment the dimly lit Candlelight Concert to transcend into a magical evening experience. Mert Sela has been performing for decades […]
The Cheboygan Area Arts Council is collaborating with Interlochen Public Radio’s 2025 Sound Garden Project to bring Fivemind Reeds to Cheboygan from July 14-19. The Sound Garden Project’s mission is to plant classical music in unexpected places as the featured musicians reimagine a 21st-century performance experience. In their ambitious hands, a concert becomes an event, […]
Join us for an afternoon of AMAZEMENT & FUN with Comedy Magician & Entertainer- Cameron Zvara! Cameron's show is filled with mind blowing magic, squeaky clean comedy, and tons of audience participation. You do not want to miss out! Location: Delta Center Elementary School Gym, 305 S Canal Rd, Lansing, MI 48917.
Join master puppeteer Kevin Kammeraad, along with Wimee & Friends, as they take you on a whimsical, musical, and collaborative experience where innovative thinking and creative writing playfully unfold with ease. Based on their PBS TV show, Wimee's Words! Doors open to the public at 9:40 a.m. This event is partially funded by and Arts […]
Join master puppeteer Kevin, along with Wimee and Friends, as they take you on a whimsical, musical, and collaborative experience where innovative thinking and creative writing playfully unfold with ease. Based on their PBS TV show, Wimee’s Words! This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities Grant.
Join master puppeteer Kevin, along with Wimee and Friends, as they take you on a whimsical, musical, and collaborative experience where innovative thinking and creative writing playfully unfold with ease. Based on their PBS TV show, Wimee’s Words! This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities Grant.
Come and see Wimee's Words Live! As seen on PBS! Master puppeteer Kevin Kammeraad will be here with Wimee! This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities Grant.
Bluegrass, old time, celtic, and sea shanty lovers rejoice! Michigan folksinger and Earthwork Music artist Ben Traverse is coming to the library for a sea shanty singalong. This is an opportunity to connect with a centuries-old tradition of communal singing. ✨Free All-Ages Show✨ This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities Grant.
Music in the Park welcomes Macomb Township residents and surrounding community members to enjoy a free night of music featuring metro Detroit’s most popular bands. In addition to the concert, our Kidzone play-area will be in full swing with inflatables, organized games, toys and other equipment. The concert takes place on the main lawn at […]
Marvel and DC comix artist Jerry DeCaire returns to Hazel Park for a program on drawing fantasy and mythological creatures, followed by a hands on drawing workshop. This event is partially funded by and Arts and Humanities Grant.
Join us at Escanaba’s beautiful harbor in Ludington Park for Marina Fest 2025, a full day of free live music featuring four fantastic bands. Bring a lawn chair, soak in the lake breeze, and enjoy great music in one of Escanaba’s most scenic locations. Marina Fest is the perfect summer celebration. 2 p.m.ToHuBoHuEclectic Music w/ […]
Bluegrass, old time, celtic, and sea shanty lovers rejoice! Michigan folksinger and Earthwork Music artist Ben Traverse is coming to the library for a sea shanty singalong. This is an opportunity to connect with a centuries-old tradition of communal singing. This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities Grant.
This event is part of the Leelanau Township Library's Summer Reading Program. During this event, Beverly Meyer will provide an interactive performance for children and adults to enjoy together. Following the live music and comedy show by Beverly, Marc, the Balloon Meister, will twist balloons creations for all in attendance. This is an all-ages show, […]
Join Rose Gottler from The Painted Toad to learn how to paint your very own masterpiece! The first week of registration is limited to Chesterfield Library cardholders. Registration will open to others after the first week if space remains. Booking opens 8/1/25 at 9:30am. This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities Touring […]
