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Sep28

The Art Of: Ron Gianola - Join exhibiting artist Ron Gianola for a lively and inspiring conversation about the evolution of his art.  More »

Sep30

Rainbow Storytime - This free community event is rooted in celebrating love for self, others and being who you are. The event features music, a read aloud, and an art project.  More »

Oct08

A Separate Shining Tour - Maggie Pavao, Assistant Director of the Tusen Takk Foundation will lead an in-depth tour of A Separate Shining.   More »

Oct08

Second Sunday Art Project - Drop in and get creative with a family-friendly art activity led by guest artist Jamie John. Free with the price of admission to join in the fun!  More »

Oct09

Indigenous Peoples' Day Free Day - Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with us and the Traverse Area District Library with stories, poems, and dancing. After, receive a free picture book and craft for your family. Books and crafts will be available as supplies last. Admission to the museum will be free all day.   More »

Oct09

The American Buffalo Free Screening - The American Buffalo is the biography of an improbable, shaggy beast that has found itself at the center of many of the country’s most mythic and heartbreaking tales. This event is a 30 minute preview of the PBS series and will feature remarks from Indigenous chef Sam Anglin, followed by a reception with food.  More »

Oct11

PastPerfect Database Workshop - This workshop will teach you the basics of navigating the new PastPerfect web edition. An overview of generating reports, accessioning objects, managing images, and more will be covered. Perfect for volunteers, staff, and board members at museums and galleries of all kinds.  More »

Oct11

An Evening with Stephen Duren - Join renowned artist Stephen Duren as he takes you on an immersive journey through six decades of his remarkable career.   More »

Oct18

How Do They Do That? Behind the Scenes at the Dennos - Join Craig Hadley, Executive Director at the Dennos Museum Center, for a guided tour that is guaranteed to leave you thinking about museums in an entirely new way! Bring your questions and some comfortable walking shoes.  More »

Oct21

Jordan Hamilton - Cellist and vocalist Jordan Hamilton is a mix of mastery and maverick musicality; hip-hop influenced, rhythmically layered, melodically robust. Avant garde, folk-soul music, a key to navigate space, time, and change, gracefully, for those who use it. Driven by diversity, drawn to the cello’s tone, cosmic strings calling souls home.  More »

Oct26

Spooky Silent Disco - Get in the Halloween spirit, put on your best costume, and dance until you’re dead tired at this teen-friendly hang before Halloween weekend. Additional details coming soon, and ticket sales will be available at a later date.  More »

Oct28

Halloween For All - Join the Dennos Museum and Arts for All for a sensory-friendly Halloween event!   More »

Nov03

Holiday Artist Market - The Dennos welcomes visitors to the 24th annual Holiday Artist Market kicking off the 2023 holiday gift shopping season. Visitors will discover a unique variety of artful gifts in a lively and festive marketplace. Admission is free to all.   More »

Nov11

May Erlewine - One of the Midwest’s most prolific and passionate songwriters, Erlewine has a gift for writing songs of substance that feel both fresh and soulfully familiar.  More »

Nov12

Second Sunday Art Project - Drop in and get creative with a family-friendly art activity led by our docents in our sculpture court. Free with the price of admission to join in the fun!  More »

Nov18

There Are No Fakes Screening - A painting, thought to be the work of the iconic Indigenous artist, Norval Morriseau, leads the rock star who buys it into the tragic and brutal world of an art forgery ring in Canada’s far north. A virtual Q&A with the director, Jamie Kastner will follow the screening.  More »

Nov26

Museum Store Sunday - Join us for the annual Museum Store Sunday event and enjoy special discounts all day! Explore our curated collection of one-of-a-kind merchandise while supporting arts and culture at your local art museum.  More »

Dec10

Second Sunday Art Project - Drop in and get creative with a family-friendly art activity led by our docents in our sculpture court. Free with the price of admission to join in the fun!  More »

Dec26

Wild Winter Scavenger Hunt - From December 27th - 30th explore the museum using our wild winter scavenger hunt. Complete all the tasks and earn a special reward!  More »