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.

  • Caribbean Colors

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

    Caribbean Steel Drums through Dynamic School Assemblies are playing Caribbean style music with their steel drums for the Hazel Park District Library on Tuesday, July 8 at 6:30pm. This is […]

    Free
  • Kevin Kammeraad: Poetry, Puppetry, Music & More!

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

    Join us for an energetic, family-friendly performance with author and artist Kevin Kammeraad! With puppets, music, poetry, and audience interaction, this show is packed with creativity and fun for all […]

    Free
  • Candlelight Concert by Mert Sela

    Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum 228 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac, MI, United States

    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. […]

    $10
  • The Sound Garden Project: Fivemind Reeds

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

    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 […]

    Free
  • Cameron Zvara: Squeaky Clean Comedy Magician & Entertainer

    Delta Center Elementary School Gym 305 S Canal Rd, Lansing

    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 […]

    Free
  • Wimee Live! with Kevin Kammeraad

    Forsyth Township Public Library 180 W. Flint St., Gwinn, Michigan

    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 […]

    Free
  • Wimee Live! with Kevin Kammeraad

    Ishpeming Carnegie Library 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, Michigan

    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. […]

    Free
  • Kevin Kammeraad & Friends

    Munising School Public Library 810 M-28, Munising, Michigan

    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. […]

    Free
  • Cuisine & Conversations Fundraiser

    BasBlue 110 East Ferry Street, Detroit, MI

    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 […]

    $100
  • Wimee’s Words Live at the Pickford Community Library

    The PIckford Community Library 137 E Main St, Pickford, Michigan

    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.

    Free
  • Music in the Park featuring the Jerry Ross Band

    Macomb Corners Park 19449 25 Mile Rd, Macomb, Michigan

    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, […]

    Free
  • Comic Art Fantasy with Jerry DeCaire

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

    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 […]

    Free
  • Marina Fest

    Escanaba Marina 17 Water Plant Rd, Escanaba, Michigan

    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 […]

    Free
  • Ben Traverse

    Richmond Township Library 304 Snyder St, Palmer, Michigan

    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 […]

    Free
  • Beverly the Music Lady and Marc the Balloon Meister

    Leelanau Township Office 119 E Naganaba St, Northport, Michigan

    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 […]

    Free
  • Painting Class with The Painted Toad Art Studio

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

    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 […]

    Free