Art for the Community

Sept. 2, 2023

For the fifth year, Higher Art Gallery in Traverse City is hosting a community fundraiser, with proceeds to benefit Safe Harbor of Grand Traverse, an emergency shelter for people experiencing homelessness. “Higher Art chose Safe Harbor this year because there is a real need to support them,” says gallery owner Shanny Brooke. “They do save lives; Safe Harbor is necessary to the unhoused community members.” This year’s fundraiser will take place Sept. 8 from 6-8pm at Higher Art’s storefront at 219 E. Front Street. A $20 donation—which goes straight to Safe Harbor—at the door gets you entry to the event, which offers hors d’oeuvres and beverages alongside an opportunity to mingle and explore the gallery’s many works. Twenty percent of the sales from the artwork in the exhibit will also be donated, as will proceeds from a silent auction and raffle items. Safe Harbor volunteers will be on hand throughout the evening to talk about the work of the organization. Learn more at higherartgallery.com/tickets.

Pictured: “Lake View from Home” by Edward Duff (*cropped for web)