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.

Firekeeper’s Daughter Book Discussion

Troy Historic Village 60 W. Wattles Road, Troy, MI

Troy Historic Village and Troy Public Library present two free book discussions inside Niles-Barnard House at the Village. Join us for a warm beverage, a little friendly trivia competition, and lively group discussion on Firekeeper’s Daughter. Discussion topics are different each time, so come to one or both of the programs! Coffee and cocoa provided […]

Stop Motion Animation Workshop

Ray Township Public Library 64255 Wolcott Rd, Ray, MI

Join Alex Thomas and Friends for a fun-filled, productive workshop on Stop Motion Animation in our very own tiny library. This workshop is 90 minutes and open to 20 participants who will get a hands-on lesson in the creation of stop motion animation. Alex and Jessica Thomas lead this workshop and are so much fun […]

The Evolution of African American Traditional Music

Monroe County Library System 840 S. Roessler St., Monroe, MI

This program and accompanying booklet will be part of Monroe County Library System’s 37th annual Black History Month Blues Series. Concerts and related programs are scheduled during February in libraries throughout Monroe County. A main concert is hosted by Monroe County Community College. The series pays tribute to the contributions of African American artists covering […]

OpenSpot Theatre at The Hawk

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

. OpenSpot Theatre provides accessible theatre experiences for people of all abilities. These sessions will be geared for participants ages eight through adult with a special emphasis benefitting those with developmental disabilities. Through music, dance, and acting taught by trained theatre professionals, participants will explore the therapeutic benefits of theatre. Founded in 2012 by Katie […]

Beyond the Book with Wayne Hardwick

Troy Historic Village 60 W. Wattles Road, Troy, MI

Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa tribe member, Eagle Staff Carrier, and Indigenous Voices partner Wayne Hardwick will share his culture and experiences to expand our understanding of many of the important themes that come up in Firekeeper’s Daughter. Join us at the Troy Historic Village for a presentation and informal question and answer time.

Reg Pettibone’s Authentic Native American Program

Birmingham Next 2121 Midvale Street, Birmingham, MI

In concert with the Great Michigan Read "The Firekeeper's Daughter" by Angeline Boulley, Next is coordinating several enriching and education programs, food and craft classes, cultural entertainment program and day trips to venues where we can learn more about Indigenous people and the culture from January - April, 2024. On Thursday, January 25 at 6 […]

Firekeeper’s Daughter Book Discussion

Troy Historic Village 60 W. Wattles Road, Troy, MI

Troy Historic Village and Troy Public Library present two free book discussions inside Niles-Barnard House at the Village. Join us for a warm beverage, a little friendly trivia competition, and lively group discussion on Firekeeper’s Daughter. Discussion topics are different each time, so come to one or both of the programs! Coffee and cocoa provided […]

Sunday Afternoon Live presents Samuel Fedele

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 […]

Sunday Concert Series

Loutit District Library 407 Columbus Avenue, Grand Haven, MI

The Sunday Concert Series is back! In January, we are pleased to welcome the Traditional Celtic Band, Uneven Ground. Uneven Ground blends its traditional Celtic and Irish music with vocals, fiddle, guitar, tin whistle, flute, mandolin, and bodhran to escort you on an exclusive musical journey. Grounded from the roots of traditional Irish folk music, […]

Where the Wild Things Are

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

Magic Carpet Theatre will present a live theatre performance titled “Where the Wild Things Are. Funding for this program was provided by Michigan Humanities – Arts and Humanities Touring Grant. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Michigan Humanities or the aforementioned entities

“Max’s Merry Everything” Children’s Play at Sandcastles Children’s Museum

Sandcastles Childrens Museum 129 E Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI

Max's Merry Everything! (Childrens' Holiday Play) by Debbie Nellis & Rick Plummer! Come Celebrate Holiday Traditions & Friendship. Today we have 2 shows, Sunday, December 17th. 1pm. and 3pm. Today we have 2 shows, Sunday, December 17th, at 1pm. and 3pm. Limited Seating, will be on the third-floor stage. $10.00 per ticket. Funding for this […]

MasterWorks 03: Mozart and Bizet

Wharton Center for Performing Arts 750 E Shaw Ln, East Lansing, MI

The concert opens with W.A. Mozart’s spirited and buoyant Symphony No. 35 “Haffner.” Then hear Lansing Symphony’s Principal Trumpet, Neil Mueller, perform the world premiere of David Biedenbender’s new Trumpet Concerto. The concert closes with a piece by French composer Georges Bizet that was not discovered and performed until nearly eighty years after it was […]

Barry County Great Michigan Read

Hastings Public Library 227 E State St, Hastings, MI, United States

To sign up participants should go to this link. https://formsbcf.org/view.php?id=71045

Colonial Colonnade Opening Celebration

Arab American National Museum 13624 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, Michigan

Colonial Colonnade at the Arab American National Museum: a multidisciplinary project.

Colonial Colonnade Exhibit Opening

Arab American National Museum 13624 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, Michigan

Colonial Colonnade at the Arab American National Museum: a multidisciplinary project.

Black History 101 Mobile Museum – Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop

The Black History 101 Mobile Museum is a national award-winning traveling exhibit that educates and informs the public about the rich and diverse history of African Americans. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, the exhibit will showcase over 150 original artifacts reflecting the evolution of hip-hop culture and its impact on American society, […]