NWMI Art & Culture Summit
May 14, 2026
Join us for a celebration of arts, culture, and creativity at the 2025 Northwest Michigan Art & Culture Summit!
Gather with the creative community from across Michigan for two days of inspiration and connection in the heart of downtown Traverse City. With a primary focus to create space for building 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 2026 Summit is your time to connect with fellow creative spirits and discover new ways to collaborate and grow.
Event Details
Dates: Thursday, May 14 - Friday, May 15 · 2026
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, roundtable discussions, exhibit tours, and hands-on activities
Relationships: Opportunities for connecting with your peers and meeting kindred spirits
Highlight reel produced by OB & Co. Media
Details Coming Soon!
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