The Northport Arts Association invites artists and designers to submit original mural concepts for five tile installations, each to be prominently displayed in public buildings throughout the Village of Northport. Submissions must be received by October 30. Click here for more information.
The Northport Arts Association is thrilled to invite six exceptional northwest Michigan artists, whose talents reflect the vibrant and diverse spirit of the arts, to participate in its inaugural invitational art exhibition. Welcome Martha Elchert, Debra Howard, Logan Hudson, Charles Passerelli, Barbara Reich and Adam VanHouten. The Arts Association is honored to showcase their work in their first invitational art exhibit. Harbor of Creativity’s opening reception takes place Sept. 19, from 5-8 pm.
The Northport Arts Association (NAA) is honored to continue its annual Plein Air event originated by Gene Rantz in 2013. Gene’s original “Paint Out & Wet Paint Sale” started out small and has grown each year to where it now hosts up to 50 artists to paint throughout the tip of Leelanau Peninsula. With the permission of Gene’s family, the event is named in honor of Gene. Join the NAA on July 19 from 6-9 pm at the opening reception.
The Northport Arts Association is proud to present the 2025 Northport Photo Exhibit, launching Memorial Day weekend with a public Opening Reception on Friday, May 23 from 5–8 pm at the Village Arts Building. This popular annual exhibit, now in its eighth year, continues to grow in both artistic reach and visual diversity. The Opening Reception is free and open to the public, featuring complimentary appetizers and a cash bar. The exhibit will run from May 24 through June 8, with gallery hours Tuesday through Sunday, 12–4 pm.
The Northport Arts Association has been presenting an exhibit of its members’ artwork since October 2016. That is when the Village Arts Building was completed and use was granted to the organization by Bill and Nina Collins. Having this beautiful space supports the organization in fostering and promoting all artistic expression throughout the community. This year’s kicks off June 14 with an Opening Reception from 5-8 pm. There will be light appetizers and a cash bar of wine, cider and beer. The exhibit continues June 15-July 5, 12-4 pm, Tuesday-Sunday.
Northport Arts Association celebrates its annual photo exhibit with an opening reception on May 24 from 5-8 pm at the Village Arts Building in Northport. The exhibit originated in the spring of 2018 and continues to broaden in terms of artists’ involvement and the diversity of work. The photography exhibit starts on Memorial Day weekend, the same weekend as the popular Cars in the Park event, hence the inclusion of an Automotive award category. The opening reception is free to attend. There will be appetizers and a cash bar available. The exhibit continues through June 11. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 12-4 pm.
The Northport Arts Association along with Willowbrook Mill will host their seventh annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Sale on Nov. 25 from 10 am-4 pm. The Holiday Arts & Crafts Sale started in 2017 in the Village Arts Building. In 2019, Mimi Heberlein offered space for artists at the Willowbrook Mill and the venue expanded to host more talented artists. That year, the Willowbrook Mill was decorated as Harry Potter’s Hogwarts and it was magical. The group looks forward to another magical holiday in the Village of Northport this year. Enjoy adult and kid versions of tasty gourmet hot chocolate and visit Santa at the Willowbrook Mill. Santa will take time from his busy season and arrive about 2 pm.
The Northport Arts Association (NAA) will continue its annual Plein Air event originated by Gene Rantz in 2013. Rantz gathered artists to Northport each year through 2021. What started out small has grown each year and now includes 49 artists coming to paint. With permission of Rantz’s family, the event is named “Gene Rantz Memorial Plein Air Paint Out”. Join the NAA on the weekend of July 22 and help honor Rantz’s legacy.
The Leelanau Women Artists will host a member’s show of paintings, jewelry, handwoven clothing, home accessories, fused glass and basketry, June 22-23, at the Northport Arts Association at 301 Mills Street in Northport.