What a fabulous summer of live music at the Art Park! With country, rock, classical and everything in-between, there was something for everyone this year. Thank you so much to all the generous sponsors, volunteers and everyone who came out to the events! It is such a wonderful thing experience culture in the northwoods, and a pleasure to have shared …
The Beacon Project
We were happy to have John Dehoog and Brian Nelson as artists-in-residence this summer at Michigan Legacy Art Park. Along the way, the artists shared some photo journals as the work took shape.
Terry Barber Interview
We are honored to have Terry Barber return for the final performance of the 2016 Summer Sounds concert series. Here he takes time to answer a few questions about him and his music.
Chris Olszewski Artist Presentation
On Friday, July 29 we are excited to have guest artist Chris Olszewski give a presentation of his Vision Quest project. Come early for the Summer Sounds concert that evening to hear about Olszewski’s travels and mission, and take a moment to contribute to his interactive art experience. Olszewski is retracing the 1500-mile trek of Antoine Cadillac by driving his …
Online Auction for Legacy Gala
Get a head-start on the Legacy Gala auction bidding! Four of our items are open for bids right now, so you can get first crack at winning one of these fantastic auction items.
Discover More with Artist Nancy McKay
Starting July 16, we welcome friend and artist Nancy McKay back to the Art Park for several weekends as an artist in residence. First trained as an interpretive artist at Hot Springs National Park, and since serving as artist-in-residence at Grand Canyon National Park, Badlands National Park, and Acadia National Park, as well as last summer here at Michigan Legacy …
Meet Channing & Quinn
We are so excited to have indie folk duo Channing & Quinn bring their unique blend of musicianship and theatrics to the Michigan Legacy Art Park amphitheater stage on July 8 as part of the Summer Sounds concert series. New to Michigan, this group initially flew under our radar as we were curating the list of performers for the season. …
Legacy Gala to Honor Gene Jenneman and Dennos Museum
Save the date for the 2016 Legacy Gala! Our signature fundraiser event will take place Friday, August 19 at Crystal Mountain. In addition to dinner, sparking wine, and entertainment, we will be presenting the 2016 Legacy Award to Gene Jenneman and Dennos Museum in honor of 25 years curating and cultivating, inspiring and educating, and making the arts part and …
Golf Classic Fundraiser Coming June 7
Join us June 7 for our very first Golf Classic at Crystal Mountain! Set amidst the soaring pines of northern Michigan, the Mountain Ridge course offers 18 holes of championship golf. You’ll enjoy scenic vistas from tee to green as you play from the heights of the mountain. This 4-person scramble is shaping up to be a fantastic, fun day …
