Virtual Glen Arbor Holiday Marketplace: Shop artisans online this year, Nov. 7 - Dec. 18.
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 8:00a.m. - Fri - Dec 18, 2020

"Don't Miss the Boat": Presented by the Harbor Springs Area Historical Society. This exhibit highlights the historic ferries of Little Traverse Bay & features original watercolors & giclees by local artist William Talmadge Hall. Runs through the summer of 2021. Hours: Tues.-Sat., 11am-3pm.
Harbor Springs History Museum
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 10:00a.m. - Tue - Aug 31, 2021

"Just Great ART": Presented by Plein Air Painters of Northwest Michigan. An online exhibit & sale of over 50 works by regional artists. 20% of the proceeds benefit City Opera House. Runs through Jan.
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 10:00a.m. - Sun - Jan 31, 2021

"Kids on Community": Youth artists were invited to submit artwork in response to the theme of "Community." Fun, thoughtful & creative interpretations by Michigan youth (grades 3 - 12) are included in this online image gallery. Runs Dec. 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021.
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 10:00a.m. - Wed - Jun 30, 2021

"The Lamplighter": This sculpture created by artists Tyler & Ashley Voorhees was constructed with dozens of antiquated tools & manmade artifacts in a grand gesture to this humble worker of the past. You are invited to pedal the stationary bikes surrounding the sculpture to generate light. "The Lamplighter" symbolizes a collective connection to spread that light. The exhibition will run from Dec. 4 - Jan. 4. Presented by ...
Downtown Manistee, next to Christmas tree
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 10:00a.m. - Mon - Jan 4, 2021

Artist Appreciation Exhibition: Dedicated to artists who have donated their work or time to OAC's annual summer fundraising galas for the past few years. With twenty two regional artists participating, the exhibition features everything from oil, acrylic, and watercolor painting, to fiber art, to sculptures, and ceramics. Runs through Dec. 4. Hours: Mon. - Fri.: 10am-4:30pm; Sat.: 10am-4pm; Sun.: Closed.
Oliver Art Center, Frankfort
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 10:00a.m. - Fri - Dec 4, 2020

GAAC Outdoor Gallery: Call for Entries: The Glen Arbor Arts Center is accepting submissions for its 2021 Outdoor Gallery. The exhibition space is the south & west exterior walls of the GAAC’s building at 6031 S. Lake St., Glen Arbor. Original work by a single artist will be selected by a jury, & exhibited from May 2021 to April 2022. Deadline for submissions is February 25, 2021. Open to all media, the ...
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 10:00a.m. - Thu - Feb 25, 2021

HollyPOP Reimagined: A Festival of Lights: "12 Days of Christmas" tree display on front lawn. Each tree was given a color, designated by the ornaments & the individual artists were assigned a tree & a line from the '12 Days of Christmas'. They were free to interpret/express their theme as they wished. Runs through Jan. 1, 2021.
Old Art Building, Leland
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 10:00a.m. - Fri - Jan 1, 2021

Northport Arts Association Holiday Arts Market - Online: Runs Nov. 14 - Dec. 13.
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 10:00a.m. - Sun - Dec 13, 2020

The COVID 19 Wreath Collection: Presented by Art Rapids. Bring an old or new wreath to the Walk of Art Park, Elk Rapids & attach it to the fence on S. Bayshore Dr. Give some festive bling to a "Pandemic" fence that goes on & on. Take a photo & tag on Instagram or Facebook: #artrapids.
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 10:00a.m. - Sun - Feb 21, 2021

All Media Open Call to Michigan Artists: Submit to: re | ART: reject, reflect, refine, remark, a juried fine arts exhibit. Artists are invited to comment visually on the many shifts taking place in our current experience, as change opens a path to rethink, revisit, reunite, recharge, reevaluate, redefine, etc. Juror will award cash prizes. Deadline for entry is Jan. 10 at noon.
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 11:00a.m. - Sun - Jan 10, 2021

Call & Response: This exhibit recognizes the many ways works of art can spark conversation, action & aid in the processing of ideas, feelings, experiences & events. Original work in a variety of media will be on display. Runs Sept. 21 - Dec. 18.
Crooked Tree Arts Center, Bonfield Gallery, Petoskey
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 11:00a.m. - Fri - Dec 18, 2020

Charlevoix Circle mARkeT: Charlevoix Circle of Arts hosts its annual Circle mARkeT, Nov. 19 - Jan. 2, featuring over 40 local artists' & makers' handmade items, original art & locally produced specialty treats. To celebrate the mARkeT opening on Thurs., Nov. 19, Charlevoix Circle of Arts will be offering extended hours from 4-7pm, with several prize giveaways throughout the day. Open: Mon.-Fri., 11am-4pm; Sat., 11am-3pm; *Wed. & Thurs. mornings ...
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 11:00a.m. - Sat - Jan 2, 2021

Dennos Museum Mini Holiday Artist Market: Shop online, Dec. 1-23. Featuring the work of over 20 Michigan artists. Dennos Museum is temporarily closed to the public until Dec. 9 alongside NMC. Please visit the museum website for up to date hours of operation.
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 11:00a.m. - Wed - Dec 23, 2020

Free "Make & Take" Craft Kits: Through Dec. 31, while supplies last, drop by Charlevoix Circle of Arts & pick up a free ornament craft kit to take home & enjoy. Also shop the Circle Holiday mARkeT, which features over 30 local artists & makers & unique gifts.
Charlevoix Circle of Arts
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 11:00a.m. - Thu - Dec 31, 2020

Open Call for "Those Who Teach": Deadline to apply is 1/15/21. Exhibit featuring the artwork of Michigan's Visual Art Educators.
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 11:00a.m. - Fri - Jan 15, 2021

Small Works Holiday Exhibition: An exhibition of original art – painting, photography, fiber, mixed media, jewelry & more. Featuring art work 12” x 12” & smaller, all priced at $150 or less. Runs through Dec. 17. The GAAC is open daily, 11am – 2pm.
Glen Arbor Arts Center
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 11:00a.m. - Thu - Dec 17, 2020

The Collective Impulse: New Work by Ruth Bardenstein, Jean Buescher Bartlett & Susan Moran: These three artists met in Ann Arbor &, over time, have nurtured both personal & creative connections. They regularly share & critique one another’s work & together visit gallery & museum exhibitions. 
Crooked Tree Arts Center, Gilbert Gallery, Petoskey
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 11:00a.m. - Fri - Dec 18, 2020

Holiday Art Market Show & Sale: Jewelry, photography, pottery & much more. In-person or online. Runs through Dec. 23. Hours: Weds. - Fri., 1-4pm; Sat., 12-2pm.
Gaylord Area Council for the Arts, Gaylord
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 1:00p.m. - Wed - Dec 23, 2020

JRAC Gift Market: Nov. 21 - Dec. 19. Open daily, 1-4pm. Community Night: Dec. 5, 5-7pm. JRAC members will hand out ornament kits to children on the Art Center patio.
Jordan River Arts Council, East Jordan
Fri - Dec 4, 2020 - 1:00p.m. - Sat - Dec 19, 2020

Mathias J. Alten: An American Artist at the Turn of the Century: The German-born American Impressionist Mathias Joseph Alten, often referred to as the Dean of Michigan painters, is regarded as one of the most celebrated regionalist artists to have worked in the United States. Runs through Jan. 31. Open Sun. through Thurs., 11am-4pm.
Dennos Museum Center, NMC, TC
Sun - Dec 6, 2020 - 11:00a.m. - Thu - Dec 10, 2020

Michigan Modern: An Architectural Legacy: This exhibit celebrates Michigan’s modern architectural design history from 1928-2012. It is comprised of over 50 photographs by James Haefner primarily for the State Historic Preservation Office as part of their Michigan Modern Project, & featured in the book by State Historic Preservation Officer Brian Conway, titled "Michigan Modern: An Architectural Legacy." Runs through Jan. 31. Open Sun. through Thurs., 11am-4pm.
Dennos Museum Center, NMC, TC
Sun - Dec 6, 2020 - 11:00a.m. - Thu - Dec 10, 2020