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Travel With Us!Winnipeg, Fall 2026

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Jun10

TADL Summer Storytimes - Dig into discovery this summer at the Dennos! In partnership with Traverse Area District Library, families are invited to explore stories, art, and imagination! Enjoy lively read-alouds, songs, and hands-on activities that spark curiosity, creativity, and connection. More »

Jun13

Viridian Strings - Freshwater Fantasies celebrates lyricism, color, and imagination through three beloved chamber works inspired by song, landscape, and expressive freedom. Q + A with the performers begins at 6:00 PM, followed by their performance at 7:00 PM. More »

Jun19

Juneteenth Community Day - Enjoy a free day at the museum and a first look at our summer exhibitions which open to the public on this day. More »

Jun29

Junior Curator's Camp - Step behind the scenes and become a Junior Curator at the Dennos. In this hands-on camp, students dive into the real work of museums—curating exhibitions, caring for collections, writing labels, designing displays, and creating engaging visitor experiences. More »

Jun30

Xavi Bou Artist Talk - Join exhibiting artist Xavi Bou for a 45 min. presentation where he will share more about his artistic practice. Bou’s work explores the representation of animal movement through the technique of digital chronophotography. More »

Jul01

Creative Workshop with Artist Xavi Bou - This workshop invites participants to explore how movement can be translated into drawing. Using bird flight as a starting point, the session combines art history, observation, embodied drawing, and direct engagement with the landscape around the museum. More »

Jul02

Dennos Birthday Community Day - Join us in celebrating our birthday with a free day at the museum. We’ll have giveaways on the hour in celebration of 35 years of The Dennos.  More »

Jul02

Summer Reception + Launch Party - You’re invited to the next era of the Dennos! Celebrate our summer exhibitions and get a first look at our updated brand. Doors will open at 6:45 PM. More »

Jul20

Guardians of the Galleries - Calling all young art heroes! Join the Guardians of the Galleries for a week of imagination, exploration, and creative fun at the Dennos. More »

Jul31

Catie Newell Artist Talk - Newell’s artist talk will invite participants into her material-driven practice, exploring light, perception, and the emotional resonance of objects and environments. More »

Aug01

Objects for Passing: Art for Grief, Care & Life Transitions - Catie Newell, architect and professor at the UM A. Alfred Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning, will present this workshop using work from her own artistic practice. More »

Aug08

Ikebana Pop-Up Exhibit - Traverse City’s local Ikebana International chapter returns for the third year, presenting original floral arrangements in the sculpture court and galleries for visitors to enjoy. More »

Aug08

Ikebana Flower Arranging for Adults - Step into the serene world of Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging. This beginner workshop will introduce you to the fundamental principles of balance, simplicity, and harmony. More »

Aug09

Ikebana Flower Arranging for Littles - Discover the art of Ikebana with your child in this hands-on workshop! Learn the ancient Japanese art of flower arranging as you create beautiful, balanced compositions together, fostering creativity and mindfulness.  More »

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