This exhibition draws from the museum's collection of art by the Woodland Indians.  Not only does this exhibition include excellent examples of quillwork and sweetgrass basketry from both Michigan and Ottawa artists, but also prints by artists of the famed woodland or Anishinabe style of painting, such as Norval Morrisseau and Roy Thomas.

Hours: Mon-Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 1 - 5 pm, Thurs - Open until 8 pm.  Admission: Adults $6, Children $4  The museum is closed on major holidays.

The Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College of Traverse City, Michigan will organize an exhibition consisting of 50 prints in observance of this significant 50^th Anniversary milestone.  Prints will be selected from the Museum's collection and represent each year of the 50 year history of Inuit printmaking beginning with 1959.  The museum holds prints from co-operatives including Baker Lake, Cape Dorset, Holman, Pangnirtung, as well as miscellaneous and independent co-operatives.  The prints exhibited will also include a Cape Dorset 2009 Annual Print Collection release.

The exhibition will open with the date of the annual release sale of the Cape Dorset 2009 Annual Print Collection.  This will also coincide with the annual meeting of the Inuit Art Society consisting of Inuit Art collectors throughout the United States who will meet at the Dennos Museum Center the weekend of the Annual Dorset Collection release. 

Hours: Mon-Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 1 - 5 pm, Thurs - Open until 8 pm.  Admission: Adults $6, Children $4  The museum is closed on major holidays.

This exhibition explores presidential papers from the likes of James Madison, John Adams, Abraham Lincoln, and George Washington as well as portraits of these important American leaders.  Presidential Papers and Portraits was organized in cooperation with the National Endowment for the Humanities' Picturing America Program.

Hours: Mon-Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 1 - 5 pm, Thurs - Open until 8 pm.  Admission: Adults $6, Children $4  The museum is closed on major holidays.

Enjoy the warmth of our fireplace and seasonal treats in our cozy gallery overlooking the panoramic Northport Bight.  Beautiful, original, one of a kind works of art in a wide variety of media!  The first weekend will feature Carole Bowker's elegant one of a kind jewelry with semi-precious stones, clay pieces and Leelanau landscapes!  The second weekend will feature Tom Bowker's passionate stone sculpture, acrylic paintings, and uniquely designed ceramics.

The Wellington Inn is pleased to present its 7th annual "Inn at Christmastime," on December 4th and 5th from 5pm-8pm and on December 6th from 1pm-4pm.  Experience an old fashioned Christmas at this beautifully restored 1905 neoclassical mansion in Traverse City's historic Boardman neighborhood.  Area florists and artisans have "decked the halls" with a spectacular display of holiday designs and decorations.  Entertainment and refreshments. Tickets are $15 at the door. 

Begin at the Village Green for the annual Christmas tree lighting. Following the lighting ceremony, take the kids to meet Santa at the Old Art Building.  Sing Christmas carols and enjoy refreshments provided by the Bluebird Restaurant in Leland.  For more information call (231) 256-2131 or visit www.oldartbuilding.com

For 30 years, Traverse City residents have gathered to sing Handel's magnificent Christmas oratorio at Central United Methodist Church, joined by the church's 18-member orchestra, organists and soloists.

The party includes crafts, refreshments and of course, a visit from Santa.  The Community Center is located at 8751 Helena Road.  This is free to the public.  For more information call Dorothy Walters (231) 331-6583.

The Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum will be decorated for a typical Christmas as it was celebrated by the McCormick family in the 1920s and 1930s.  Climb the Tower and Tour the Lighthouse, Santa makes a Grand Entrance...Holiday Music, Visit the Gift Shop, Holiday Cookies & Refreshments.  Free admission to the lighthouse.  Sun. Noon-4:00 PM.