EVENTS
As the Arts and Culture Alliance of Manistee County, we invite you to check out what's happening in our area. There are many historical museums and markers to see, along with informational, self-guided tours. Our area is rich with musical culture, and in the summer there are many opportunities to check out live music all week long. These concerts take place in beautiful settings like 1st Street Beach in Manistee, the Asiala Log Cabin in Kaleva, the Jaycees Bandshell on the river in Manistee and in the serenely wooded Dickson Township Park. Check out everything we have to offer!
The majority of these events are not owned or hosted by the Arts & Culture Alliance.
The ACA supports these activities and is happy to promote events of our members.
If you would like your event here, please contact us or join as a member today.
What's Going On...
JAMES EARL JONES SCULPTURE HAS BEEN BRONZED! We are almost there!
$80,000 Raised [GOAL: $110,000] - ACA announces that the sculpture of James Earl Jones has been bronzed. Sculptor Bernadette Marcos Zachara is working on Donald Crouch's form in clay and is almost finish. This is exciting news since $80,000 of $110,000 goal has been reached!! We have had over 90 donors to the project, 90 mentors nominated, while raising $80,000 thus far.
Excavation of the site at Kaleva-Norman-Dickson School in Brethren has started. Installation is slated for late Summer early Fall and a dedication is planned for October, 14th at 3pm at the KND schools, 4400 High Bridge Rd., Brethren, MI 49619
Brethren students were briefed on the project and extended their excitement in welcoming the sculpture to the campus and how happy they were to be a part of the history!
Thank You to everyone who has joined with us for this project. We will continue to raise funds to cross the finish line to our $110,000 goal. Please donate Here.
** OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY - JUNE 3rd - Marilla Memories of a Century Past - at the Marilla Museum, 9991 Marilla Road, Copemish MI from 1:00pm - 5:00pm - Click here for detailed information.
• EVENTS - KALEVA ART GALLERY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS - (231) 362-2749
June - Bee Creative Contest
July - Craft Show July 15th & 16th - Vendor applications are available at the gallery
Kaleva Heritage Days
Check our Facebook Page or stop at the gallery for updates and additions!
Check the Gallery for Class Sign-Up Sheets and more information - (231) 362-2749
You can register for classes at the gallery!
• 2023 NEWS/DUES : Supporters of the Arts and Culture Alliance of Manistee County,
Thank you for your past membership in our organization. Here is an update on our Monumental Project - "Mentorship Can Be Life Changing" Click Here.
Area Events Information – Museums, Galleries Concerts
Arcadia Historical Museum
Opens June 20th
Thursday through Saturdays
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Bear Lake Museum
Saturdays
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Through October
Located on the corner of Main and Virginia Streets.
Benzie Area Museum
and The Drake House
Museum Hours:
Tuesday , Wednesday, Friday & Saturday – 11:00am - 5:00pm
Drake House Summer Hours:
Saturday - Sunday; 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Bottle House Museum
12:00p - 4:00pm
Saturdays Only
Memorial Day Weekend - Christmas 2022
Brethren Heritage Museum Complex
17955 Coates Highway
Brethren MI , 49619
231-477-5525
Opens July 29th
Saturdays – 1:00p - 4:00pm
Exhibits are available in three buildings: The original museum building, formerly the store at Christy’s Landing east of Brethren, The Tool Shed featuring lumbering equipment and early Brethren memorabilia and The Cabin, representing a typical home in the early 1900’s. The Brethren Heritage Association is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Located at the corner of Cart and Amick Streets.
Kaleva Depot
Memorial Day - Labor Day 2022
Saturdays
12:00p - 4:00pm
Manistee County Museum
10:00am - 5:00pm
January - March: Thursday through Saturday
April - May: Tuesday through Saturday
June - August: Monday through Saturday
September - December: Tuesday through Saturday
Manistee County Museum -
Water Works
1:00pm - 4:00pm
July & August:
Thursday through Saturday
Marilla Museum & Pioneer Place
May - October 2022
Tuesdays & Saturdays
1:00pm - 5:00pm
** OPEN HOUSE - Marilla Memories of a Century Past
Saturday - JUNE 3rd from 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Click here for detailed information
Old Kirke Museum
Thursdays in July & August - Before & after the speakers Series@ 10am (or when volunteers are present working on the Restoration and rehabilitation).
For more info or to schedule a visit at other times
email oldkirkemuseum@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page
Exhibits 2023
• July - October Exhibit: Skavkirkes: the Stave Churches of Scandinavia
• December Exhibit: Tiny Towns ane Trains III
• The Madsen Lumbering Dioramas - ON-GOING
Kaleva Art Gallery
The Kaleva Art Gallery is a cooperative gallery that supports many local crafters and artists. If you are looking for momentos or functional gifts, this is the spot. We carry hand-woven items along with hand sewn quilts and throws, mittens and scarves, plus paintings and local photography.
There are many hand made craft items, soy candles, many types of jewelry and artistic pieces. Kaleva Michigan apparel and Finnish souvenirs can also be purchased here.
Friday 12p - 4p
Saturday 10a - 4p
Sunday 12p - 4p
Shoreline Showcase Concert Series
TUESDAYS @ 7 PM, Rotary Gazebo, Douglas Park, First Street Beach, Manistee
Those wishing to stay in their vehicles can tune to 99.3 FM.
As the warm weather slowly arrives, Manistee Shoreline Showcase is planning another stellar season of music. Concerts are on consecutive Tuesdays and are free of charge, though your donations are always appreciated to help keep this great music coming to Manistee!
• Rain/Cold/Wind site - Rain/Cold/Wind site - Orchard Beach State Park Shelter House - 2064 Lakeshore Rd, Manistee, MI 49660