Events

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.

USCGC MACKINAW-An Illustrated History of a Great Lakes Queen

Portage Lake District Library 58 Huron St., Houghton, MI, United States

Step into the fascinating world of the USCGC Mackinaw and the Mackinac Bridge with longtime journalist and author Mike Fornes, who has spent over 25 years telling the stories of Michigan’s legendary ships and structures. From icebreaking adventures to bridge engineering marvels, Mike brings the Great Lakes to life with photos, first-hand reporting, and captivating […]

Free

Ann Arbor Asian Night Market by Marupo ACTS

Ann Arbor Farmers Market 315 Detroit Street, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

Join us for a night of celebration with food vendors, performances (dance performances, music performances and more) as well as hand-crafted trinkets for sale while supporting local AAPI businesses. Please RSVP, it helps all vendors determine how much products/goods to bring so they don't run out given it'll be summer time, casual/weather dependent attire recommended. Cultural attires […]

Free

SUPER SatARTday

Anton Art Center 125 Macomb Place, Mount Clemens, Michigan

Our annual community celebration of the arts features interactive art performances, hands-on art activities, demonstrations from artists in various art mediums, and showcases our amazing instructors. This FREE community event has something for everyone! ​PERFORMERS: Guy Louis, 11:30am - 12:30pm​​​ All the World's a Stage, 12:30-1:30pm Anton Art Center Artists ​SPECIAL GUESTS: 4H Detroit Zoo Detroit […]

Free

SRP Richard’s Family-Friendly Ventriloquist

Cedar Springs Public Library 107 N. Main NE, Cedar Springs, MI, United States

Richard's Family-Friendly Ventriloquist show is a side-splitting performance suitable for all ages. With a winning combination of clean and kid-friendly comedy, larger-than-life and colorful puppets, music, magic, and plenty of engaging audience participation, it's an unforgettable experience. NO REGISTRATION NEEDED. Everyone is welcome to attend! This event is partially funded by an Arts and Humanities […]

Free

Summer Reading Kickoff: Puppet Show – Alex Thomas and Friends

Hazel Park District Library 123 E 9 Mile Rd, Hazel Park, United States

Alex Thomas and Friends will be doing a puppet show for the Hazel Park District Library on Tuesday, June 17 at 1pm as our summer reading kickoff program. Their Puppet Show is an engaging and entertaining experience that brings puppets to life and invites audience members to participate in the performance. This show is for […]

Free

Brighton Arts & Culture Commission Presents: Children’s Summer Series

The Amp! 202 N. Main St., Brighton, MI, United States

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 […]

Free

Hamburg Township Library – Summer Music Festival

Hamburg Township Library 10411 Merrill Road, Hamburg, Michigan

Join us for an evening of music and food at the Library. You can sit and relax or get up and dance in the aisles! Phase 5 Motown Tribute Band will bring the 'Sounds of Motown' to the Hamburg Township Library. There will be food, beverage and desserts available from 5pm to 8pm. All vendors […]

Free

The Gwinn Modeltown Market’s Summer Concert & Car Show

Peter Nordeen Park 115 North Pine St., Gwinn, Michigan

The Gwinn Modeltown Market’s Summer Concert & Car Show is held annually in the beautiful Peter Nordeen Park in downtown Gwinn, Michigan. The old two-story log stage set among towering old growth pines and nestled along the shores of the Escanaba River is the perfect setting for experiencing the love of music and nature which […]

Free