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.
Join co-hosts, the Capital City Film Festival, Capital Area District Libraries, and Michigan State University Libraries in Lansing on April 12 for a free event featuring a conversation with Curtis Chin, author of the current Great Michigan Read, Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant. Following a conversation with Curtis, books will be […]
Hear from Curtis Chin, award-winning author and social justice documentary filmmaker, as he discusses Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant, his memoir that is drawing all of Michigan together as the 2025-26 Great Michigan Read. This event will be moderated by Meena Ariagno, Host of Eavesdrop With Meena®️ Podcast, WMAAA Conversation Partner. A book signing […]
Kellogg Community College will host award-winning author Curtis Chin as part of a free Great Michigan Read author visit on campus on April 9. Chin’s memoir, Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant, chronicles his experiences growing up as a gay Chinese American kid in 1980s Detroit, coming out in his working-class immigrant […]
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 […]
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, […]
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.
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/ […]
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
Join Michigan Humanities for an evening of cuisine & conversation as story-makers Curtis Chin and Angela Chi talk about all things food, culture, family, and Detroit. Enjoy cuisine designed and curated by Chef Angela Chi as she tells the story of her family and culture through unique dishes. All proceeds from the evening will support […]
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.
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 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.
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, […]
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 […]