This exhibition draws from the museum's collection of art by the Woodland Indians.  Not only does this exhibition include excellent examples of quillwork and sweetgrass basketry from both Michigan and Ottawa artists, but also prints by artists of the famed woodland or Anishinabe style of painting, such as Norval Morrisseau and Roy Thomas.

Hours: Mon-Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 1 - 5 pm, Thurs - Open until 8 pm.  Admission: Adults $6, Children $4  The museum is closed on major holidays.

The Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College of Traverse City, Michigan will organize an exhibition consisting of 50 prints in observance of this significant 50^th Anniversary milestone.  Prints will be selected from the Museum's collection and represent each year of the 50 year history of Inuit printmaking beginning with 1959.  The museum holds prints from co-operatives including Baker Lake, Cape Dorset, Holman, Pangnirtung, as well as miscellaneous and independent co-operatives.  The prints exhibited will also include a Cape Dorset 2009 Annual Print Collection release.

The exhibition will open with the date of the annual release sale of the Cape Dorset 2009 Annual Print Collection.  This will also coincide with the annual meeting of the Inuit Art Society consisting of Inuit Art collectors throughout the United States who will meet at the Dennos Museum Center the weekend of the Annual Dorset Collection release. 

Hours: Mon-Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 1 - 5 pm, Thurs - Open until 8 pm.  Admission: Adults $6, Children $4  The museum is closed on major holidays.

This exhibition explores presidential papers from the likes of James Madison, John Adams, Abraham Lincoln, and George Washington as well as portraits of these important American leaders.  Presidential Papers and Portraits was organized in cooperation with the National Endowment for the Humanities' Picturing America Program.

Hours: Mon-Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 1 - 5 pm, Thurs - Open until 8 pm.  Admission: Adults $6, Children $4  The museum is closed on major holidays.

Enjoy the warmth of our fireplace and seasonal treats in our cozy gallery overlooking the panoramic Northport Bight.  Beautiful, original, one of a kind works of art in a wide variety of media!  The first weekend will feature Carole Bowker's elegant one of a kind jewelry with semi-precious stones, clay pieces and Leelanau landscapes!  The second weekend will feature Tom Bowker's passionate stone sculpture, acrylic paintings, and uniquely designed ceramics.

Talking With by Jane Martin.  Performed by NMC students.  An interesting series of monologues presented by women (and one man) dealing with life's problems in very, very unique ways.  It is FREE to the public, but donations gladly accepted.

The Wellington Inn is pleased to present its 7th annual "Inn at Christmastime," on December 4th and 5th from 5pm-8pm and on December 6th from 1pm-4pm.  Experience an old fashioned Christmas at this beautifully restored 1905 neoclassical mansion in Traverse City's historic Boardman neighborhood.  Area florists and artisans have "decked the halls" with a spectacular display of holiday designs and decorations.  Entertainment and refreshments. Tickets are $15 at the door. 

This Christmas we are excited to present "Coming Home for the Holidays", written, directed, and produced by Dominic Fortuna.  Whether you have been naughty or nice, come join our celebration as we walk you down memory lane of favorite classical Christmas and winter hit medleys from the 1940s - 1970s!   Doors open at 6pm.  $39.95 (+ tax and + gratuity).  Ask about our new Dessert and show ticket pricing.  Call today for more details or to make your reservation!

Christmas arts and crafts show featuring local artisans with holiday gift packages, fresh & dried holiday wreaths, jewelry, specialty foods, pottery, ornaments, cards and hand knit items.