Arts & Culture

Coverage of visual arts, performing arts, cultural events, and artistic entrepreneurs.

Isle Royale Heritage Alliance formed to scale up historic preservation

The newly formed Isle Royale Heritage Alliance, coordinated by the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, has launched a formal partnership to scale up the volunteer-driven preservation of Isle Royale National Park's historic cabins, fisheries, and lighthouses.

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Beautifying the World One Skein at a Time: The microscopic magic of UP North Yarns

Monica Thoune, a 72-year-old former teacher, combines her background in science education and economic development to run UP North Yarns, a successful hand-dyed yarn business in the Upper Peninsula

Mackinac Island named No. 1 Best Summer Travel Destination for 4th straight year

Local tourism officials credited the community's dedication for the win, which saw the island beat out major cities like Chicago and New York, alongside earning a top-five finish for its annual flower festival.

Upper Peninsula concert series expands to Southeastern Michigan  

The series dates back to 1968, presenting music inspired by stories and exploring how music and art carry history and impact our present and future.

Rising from the Ashes: Lambda Chi Alpha restoration earns prestigious 2026 Build Michigan Award

The Associated General Contractors of Michigan recognized Iron Mountain-based Gundlach Champion for its restoration work on the historic home.

Brrrr: The Heikinpäivä Polar Plunge returns to Hancock in February

The return of the polar plunge, organizers said, elevates Heikinpäivä’s role as the official kickoff to Hancock’s winter festival season.

Building a Legacy: New endowment fund helps secure the future of the Iron Ore Heritage Trail

Marquette residents Bill and Dea Danly worked with the Community Foundation of Marquette County to establish the fund.

The eastern U.P.’s Hiawatha Heritage Dog Sled Race returns

Changes this year include the addition of an eight-dog, 80-mile overnight endurance race in two segments.

LSSU celebrates golden anniversary of famous Banished Words List

The annual list began as a whimsical New Year’s eve party idea in 1976.

Ishpeming plans European-style Christmas market for 2026

The Ishpeming Kriskindlmarkt will be the first Christmas market of its kind in the U.P.

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