NWMI Arts & Culture Summit

May 30-31, 2025

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of arts, culture, and creativity at the 2025 Northwest Michigan Art & Culture Summit!

This year, we’ve reimagined the Summit as a dynamic, multi-venue festival in the heart of downtown Traverse City. With a primary focus to create space to build meaningful relationships with other creative folks like you, we will celebrate our region's cultural landscape with inspiring keynote sessions, hands-on workshops, and art-filled experiences.

Whether you’re a returning participant or joining us for the first time, the 2025 Summit is your time to connect with fellow creative spirits and discover new ways to collaborate and grow. Let’s gather, learn, and spark new ideas together!

 

Event Details

Dates: Friday, May 30 - Saturday, May 31 · 2025

Location: Multiple venues across downtown Traverse City, MI, with City Opera House as our central hub

Audience: Artists, arts & culture administrators and staff, community leaders, and anyone who believes in the value of art & culture in our region

What to Expect

Inspiration: Keynotes and performances from inspiring voices in the arts and culture community

Discovery & Dialogue: Interactive workshops, panels, and roundtable discussions

Experiences: Tours, exhibits, and hands-on activities hosted by partner organizations

Relationships: Opportunities for connecting with your peers and meeting kindred spirits