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.

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Frankenmuth James E Wickson District Library 359 S Franklin St, Frankenmuth, MI

Virtual Program by The Smithsonian American Art Museum: Don't miss our live virtual program! Stay tuned for a unique experience that explores the cultural depths of Fire Keeper's Daughter. Register by calling or emailing jen@wicksonlibrary.org Funding for the Great Michigan Read program is provided by Michigan Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in […]

Books on Tap

Short’s Brewing Company – Pull Barn 211 Industrial Park, Elk Rapids, MI

Come on down to The Pull Barn for their first-ever Books on Tap Club! Let’s dive into a spirited discussion about “Firekeeper’s Daughter.” Grab a complimentary copy at the Elk Rapids Library, and on book club night, your first pint is just $1. See you there! Funding for the Great Michigan Read program is provided […]

One Book One Community of Monroe County – Kickoff with Sally Cole-Misch

Monroe County Community College Library 1555 S. Raisinville Road, Monroe

Funding for the Great Michigan Read program is provided by Michigan Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.

WLHS Drama Club Presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid

Whitmore Lake High School 7430 Whitmore Lake Rd, Whitmore Lake, MI

Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musher and written & directed by John Musker and Ron Clements. Originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions. Disney’s The Little Mermaid is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied […]

WLHS Drama Club Presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid

Whitmore Lake High School 7430 Whitmore Lake Rd, Whitmore Lake, MI

Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musher and written & directed by John Musker and Ron Clements. Originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions. Disney’s The Little Mermaid is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied […]

Irish Night

The Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts 101 Maple Street, Manistee, MI

Irish night is back!  starting the night off is local band "Black House Monks"  followed by Kennedy's Kitchen.  Kennedy's Kitchen, led by joHn Kennedy, plays a mix of all things Irish, based in the heart of South Bend, Indiana.“ Funding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities –Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views, […]

Morel 101: Pickin’ with the Champ

Big Rapids Community Library 426 S. Michigan Ave., Big Rapids, MI

Pickin' with the Champ...with five-time Morel Picking Champion Anthony Williams. Morel stories, folklore, and tips! Register for this event by logging into your account on our catalog and find the sign-up under "Events & Rooms." Funding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities –Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations […]

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 2024 Michigan Poetry Out Loud State Finals, an annual competition to be held at the Crowne Plaza Lansing on Saturday, March 9, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Crowne Plaza Lansing is located at at 925 S Creyts Rd., Lansing, MI […]

WLHS Drama Club Presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid

Whitmore Lake High School 7430 Whitmore Lake Rd, Whitmore Lake, MI

Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musher and written & directed by John Musker and Ron Clements. Originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions. Disney's The Little Mermaid is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied […]

Ziibiwing Center Song & Dance Presentation

Grace A. Dow Memorial Library 1710 W. St. Andrews Road, Midland, MI, United States

Join us for our Book Royale, a trivia centered book club.  This program for adults will quiz your general book knowledge and which facts you can remember from this month’s book choice, Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley. Participants may register as an individual or a team of two. Please join us for this discussion of […]

Ziibiwing Center Song & Dance Presentation

Zauel Memorial Library 3100 N Center Rd, Saginaw, Michigan

Dance is an important part of Anishinabe culture. The contemporary Pow Wow is a continuation of our ancestors’ tradition and an expression of contemporary North American Indian Identity. They provide an opportunity for visitors to be immersed in the sights and sounds of North American Indian culture. Join us for this demonstration as part of […]

Great Reads Book Club: Firekeeper’s Daughter

Hoyt Public Library 505 Janes Ave, Saginaw, MI, United States

To register, contact: reference@saginawlibrary.org or call 989-755-0904. Funding for the Great Michigan Read program is provided by Michigan Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities.

Blackthorn in Concert

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

Blackthorn returns to the Hawk Mainstage in their 24th year performing with the Cultural Arts Division. The Irish music sensations of Michigan brings Celtic tunes to get you up and dancing. Join Richard, Michael, Dennis and Frederick for a great night of music. Funding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities –Arts and Humanities […]

Jordan Hamilton & Seth Bernard

Huron Valley Council for the Arts 205 W Livingston Rd, Highland Charter Twp, MI

Jordan and Seth will be performing together for a unforgettable evening. Jordan Hamilton is a talented musician who plays the cello and sings. He is known for his unique style that combines traditional mastery with a more experimental approach. He will be featuring his new music from J.NOH Seth Bernard will be playing from his […]

Follow the Silk Road: Mesopotamia to Michigan

Shenandoah Country Club 5600 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI

Part of a year-long initiative to share the Chaldean Story, this forum will explore the roots of the Chaldean entrepreneurial spirit. The event will feature a distinguished panel of entrepreneurs who will share personal stories about the generational influence on their own success.  Adhid Miri, PhD will provide a historical context and Chaldean News Editor […]

Ziibiwing Medicine Wheel Teaching & Craft

Butman-Fish Branch Library 1716 Hancock St, Saginaw, MI, United States

Make a megis shell necklace and learn about the medicine wheel. The medicine wheel promotes harmony and balance in our lives. It represents how the Anishinabek see the world as a circle in which everything on this Earth has its place. Learn about the Anishinabe Medicine Wheel, its components, and teachings associated with its significance. […]

Sunday Afternoon Live presents Blackthorn

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

Sunday Afternoon Live is a small outreach group sponsored by First Congregational Church of Battle Creek. Our mission is to enrich the cultural life of the greater Battle Creek Community and to continue the tradition of the church (FCCBC) as a patron of artistic creativity and expression. We endeavor to do this by sponsoring a […]

Cajun Band Feufollet in Concert

Cheboygan Opera House 403 N. Huron St, Cheboygan, MI

This young and vibrant Southwest Louisiana band takes Cajun, honky-tonk, and string-band music as their starting point, and keeps an open mind about where their song craft will lead them. The five members of Feufollet play fiddle, guitar, accordion, upright bass, and percussion. Many of their songs are in Cajun French, reflecting their bilingual upbringing […]