Winter Songs, A New Holiday Event

A new holiday celebration at Michigan Legacy Art Park Enjoy a 1/4-mile hike along the Art Park’s new barrier-free trail to the amphitheater where members of the Benzie Central Chamber Choir will perform holiday songs and lead carols. Saturday, December 13 5 – 6 p.m. $10 suggested donation benefits Michigan Legacy Art Park and the Benzie Central choral program. Click here for …

New Sculpture!

Eric Troffkin to install new sculpture at Michigan Legacy Art Park Communications Vine will begin to “grow” November 12 THOMPSONVILLE, MICH – Eric Troffkin, professor of sculpture at Wayne State University, will be installing his latest major work of art at Michigan Legacy Art Park November 12 – 14, 2014. Photo and interview opportunities are available during the installation. The …

The Growth of a Vine

The newest sculpture at Michigan Legacy Art Park was installed November 12 – 14, 2014 by artist Eric Troffkin. Titled Communications Vine, the work will “grow” at the Art Park over the next six months after this initial installation. Back to install the second section of the sculpture, Eric Troffkin is working in the Art Park May 27 – 30, …

Mighty Mac Tower Tour Raffle!

Michigan Legacy Art Park is conducting a raffle whose winner and guest will have the opportunity to travel to the top of one of the world’s longest suspension bridges for a view of a lifetime. Click here to learn more and buy tickets for your chance to win!

Mighty Mac Tower Tour Raffle

The State of Michigan as you have never seen it. Michigan Legacy Art Park is conducting a raffle whose winner and guest will have the opportunity to travel to the top of one of the world’s longest suspension bridges for a view of a lifetime. Raffle tickets are $10 each.  Click here to purchase online with a major credit card. Or …

Color in the Park: Sunday, Oct. 5

Color in the Park is Annual Family Event at Art Park THOMPSONVILLE, MICH – A celebration of fall’s colorful paint palette, join Michigan Legacy Art Park October 5 for Color in the Park. This annual family event runs from 1- 4 pm and features art activities, seasonal refreshments, live music and hiking. Event is free with admission to the park: …

Lecture: Serpents in Pre-Columbian Art of the Americas

Benzonia Academy Lecture Series at the Benzie Area Historical Museum Serpents in Pre-Columbian Art of the Americas by Patricia Innis Thursday, November 13, 2014 at 4 p.m. This visual presentation explores the serpent as subject matter for Pre-Columbian art in North and South America. It also looks at the sculpture it inspired at Michigan Legacy Art Park and local students contribution to that artwork. Patricia …

George Zimmermann Receives Standing Ovation at Gala

Guests at Michigan Legacy Art Park’s Legacy Gala on Saturday, August 16, gave a standing ovation to George Zimmermann, the man who helped lead Michigan to national recognition through the Pure Michigan ad campaign. Zimmermann received the Art Park’s Legacy Award, given to those who represent the spirit of the park, which celebrates Michigan’s arts, history and culture. Travel Michigan’s …

Legacy Gala and Auction Items

2014 Legacy Gala Saturday, August 16 at 6 pm Crystal Center at Crystal Mountain 12500 Crystal Mountain Dr. Thompsonville, MI 49683 Reservations are $75 per person and can be made by calling 231-378-4963 or online at mynorthtickets.com. George Zimmermann, former Vice President of Travel Michigan, who helped develop the Pure Michigan ad campaign will receive Michigan Legacy Art Park’s Legacy …

Kaz McCue’s Community Art Project

The park’s artist-in-residence Kaz McCue has been leading the Community Art Project, a six week collaboration with community participants. They have created a shanty village entitled, “Camoflage Village: Persistence, Change, Sameness and Time.” McCue has been documenting the progress of the work through his blog. View photos and read about the project here:  www.legacykaz.blogspot.com.