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.
Here's What's Going On...
47th Spirit of the Woods Music Festival
Sat, June 21st, 12 to 8 pm (Look for ACA volunteers hosting & working the Food Shack!)
LOCATION: Dickson Township Park
14279 Coates Highway
Brethren, MI 49619
https://www.spiritofthewoods.org/
spiritofthewoodsmusic@gmail.com
231-477-5381
SCHEDULE:
Noon Ruth & Max Bloomquist
1:10 Nick Veine and Ben Traverse
2:20 Hildaland (Louise Bichan and Ethan Setiawan)
3:30 Corn Potato Duo (Aaron Jonah Lewis and Alex Belhaj)
4:40 Grace Thiesen Band
5:50 Charlie Millard Band
7:00 Great Lakes Brass Band
The Kaleva Quasqui Centennial
Happy 125 Years!
Craft Show during Kaleva Days
3rd Week of July
Children's Theater Camp 2025
10th Annual
August 4 thru 8
Manistee High School Auditorium
Contact: Sharon Gates
• 231.288.9378
• svgates9@yahoo.com
Log Cabin Line Up:
Aug 1st & 22nd - The Nephews
Aug 8th - Ruth and Max
Aug 15th - Mary Sue
Aug 22nd - Truck Driver Bingo
Aug 29th - Schrock Brothers
Autumn Gala Potluck:
September 20th @ 4pm
Location: Kaleva Roadside Park
"Showcasing All Art Talents"
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Spirit of the Woods Music Festival
Food Shack presents:
JAMES EARL JONES BRONZED SCULPTURE DEDICATED
The sculpture of James Earl Jones has been installed on October, 14th 2024. The ACA along with hundreds of of community members witness the unveiling and dedication...Read More
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.
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 & Sundays
Memorial Day Weekend - Christmas
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.
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
Marilla Museum & Pioneer Place
May - October 2024
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
FREE 2024 Holiday Events at the Old Kirke Museum
Scandinavian Christmas Open House
Sat. & Sun. Dec. 7 and 8 - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tiny Towns and Trains
All Saturdays in December, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A seasonal exhibit of miniature villages and toy trains, old & new
underwritten by Gini Pelton, Century 21 Realtor
ON GOING
The Madsen Lumbering Dioramas & our traditional decorated Christmas trees
For more information visit our facebook page or email oldkirkemuseum@gmail.com
Oliver Art Center
The Oliver Art Center is now established as the primary community art center and cultural organization in Benzie County and has become one of the most active and promising art facilities in Northwest Michigan. It has enriched the region with a lively venue and program of arts and events. Given the Center’s location, it also acts as a premier event rental facility that attracts and anchors tourism for down town businesses including adjacent hotels, restaurants, and shops.
SUMMER HOURS:
Monday -Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Admission is free.
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