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.

Great Michigan Read Author Reunion

Pasant Theatre at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts 750 E Shaw Ln, East Lansing, MI

Join Michigan Humanities at the Pasant Theatre at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 24, for the Great Michigan Read Author Reunion. […]

Adult ASL with OpenSpot

Commerce Township Community Library 180 E. Commerce Road, Commerce Township, MI

Join the instructors from OpenSpot Theatre as we learn signs together from American Sign Language in this 4-week series.  All abilities are welcome. Dates: Monday, January 13 Monday, January 27 Monday, February […]

Grand Valley Piano Chamber Series: To Be Dvorak

St. Mark's Episcopal Church 134 Division Ave N, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Please join us on our journey to discover the Czech composer Antonín Dvořák.  After Brahms helped him to launch his career, Dvořák influenced not only other Czech composers such as […]

Chocolate and Tea at Chesterfield Township Library

Chesterfield Township Library 50560 Patricia Avenue, Chesterfield, MI, United States

Join Barbara Gulley from Barb's Tea Service to learn about the history of tea and chocolate in Europe. There will be chocolate pairings featuring chocolate from local Michigan chocolatiers. Registration […]

Greg Whalen and the Ramblers Concert at The Dawn Theater

The Dawn Theater 110 N Broad St, Hillsdale, MI, United States

Join The Friends of the Dawn Theater for an evening concert performed by Greg Whalen and The Ramblers at the Dawn Theater in downtown Hillsdale. The artists will perform a […]

OpenSpot Theatre at The Hawk

The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center 29995 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI

Join OpenSpot Theatre for their annual performance at The Hawk Center in Farmington Hills! Students have been writing and practicing a big showcase performance. There will be acting, singing, and […]

Michigan Poetry Out Loud State Finals

Crowne Plaza Lansing 925 S Creyts Rd, Lansing, Michigan

Join students, teachers, and community members from across the state for the 2025 Michigan Poetry Out Loud State Finals, an annual competition to be held at the Crowne Plaza Lansing […]

The Boychoir of Ann Arbor: Sing Joyfully

Brighton District Library 100 Library Drive, Brighton, Michigan

Enjoy a musical afternoon with The Boychoir of Ann Arbor.  For almost 40 years, the Boychoir has been enriching the lives of boys who love to sing while also enhancing […]

Sunday Afternoon Live: Djangophonique

First Congregational Church 145 Capitol Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI

Djangophonique is an award winning project that delivers the infectious joy, and expressive freedom that is at the heart of Django Reinhardt’s jazz manouche. With respect for the tradition and […]

SC4 Free Concert Series Featuring Kimmie Horne

St. Clair County Community College Fine Arts Building 581 Erie St, Port Huron, Michigan

Experience the magic of jazz with one unforgettable performance featuring Kimmie Horne. Kimmie Horne is an internationally acclaimed vocalist, entertainer, and brand influencer with a legacy deeply rooted in music […]

Growth Vol. 3 with Jahshua Smith and Friends

The Robin Theatre 1105 S Washington Ave, Lansing, Michigan

The soulful variety show returns to The Robin Theatre starring poet and hip-hop educator Jahshua Smith along with a cast of talented friends. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Limited space […]