Pentwater Area
Art Galleries & The Arts
Pentwater, with its scenic setting and village atmosphere, has become a destination for people with an artistic flair. Shop owners display their merchandise with an eye for beauty, and art galleries feature amazing paintings, jewelry, pottery, photography, and other items to satisfy the art lover in you. In addition to the art galleries and studios, several arts and crafts fairs take place throughout the year in the Pentwater area. Summer fairs are held outdoors in beautiful natural surroundings; fall arts and crafts fairs are held indoors at various locations. Performing arts offering plays and concerts featuring local talent and visiting performers are not far away. No need to travel far, art galleries and the arts are all right here in the Pentwater area.
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Ludington Area Center for the Arts
107 S. Harrison, Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 845-2787
LACA is the center of the area's art scene, offering monthly exhibits, classes/workshops and live music. The art center is also home to a number of creative groups. LACA's gift shop features creative items from an array of local and Michigan artists. LACA hosts the West Shore Art Fair annually in July.
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Oceana County Arts and Crafts Fairs
Many communities in the Oceana County area have arts and crafts fairs scheduled along with their annual festivals. You can find many unique handcrafted and artistic items for purchase at these fairs. In the summertime, these fairs often move to outdoor settings.
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Pentwater Artisan Learning Center
780 Park St., Pentwater, MI 49449, (231) 869-5323
Operated and staffed by member volunteers, the Artisan Center offers space for shops for wood and metal working and classrooms for painting, pottery, glass crafts, weaving, basket making and other crafts.
Pentwater Arts and Crafts Fairs
Pentwater is known for its art galleries, antiques shops and boutiques, so expect some great finds at their summer arts and crafts fairs. The Pentwater Chamber sponsors two arts/crafts fairs, one in mid-June and one in late-September.
The Pentwater Junior Women's Club hosts a juried fine arts and crafts fair in mid-July. These arts/crafts fair are held on the Village Green in downtown Pentwater.
Pentwater Arts Council
PO Box 725, Pentwater, MI 49449
A nonprofit organization, the Pentwater Arts Council co-hosts the annual Blooming Art Garden Walk & Art Auction with the Garden Club of Pentwater. It also co-hosts the 4th Friday Night Gallery Strolls with local merchants.
Performing Arts
Come experience the magic and pleasure of performing arts. Our current series of music, theater and specialty acts offer a delightful diversion from the everyday. Relax and unwind with quality performances, proudly presented by local and well-known talent.
Scottville Clown Band
The Scottville Clown Band is "world famous" for their unique brand of performing...grown men dressed in costume, marching in parades and entertaining festival audiences both young and old. They are a sight to see and sound amazing! Performing art at its "funnest!" Check the Clown Band schedule for their next appearance.
Todd & Brad Reed Photo Gallery
114 W. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 843-0777
Come experience the ever-changing moods and colors of Michigan inside the Todd and Brad Reed Photo Gallery in downtown Ludington. See local lighthouses, lakeshore, wildlife, and country scenes. Photos range in price from $25-$2,900. Signed copies of their books, calendars, and puzzles also available.
Discover More Arts & Art Galleries in West Michigan...
Ludington Area Arts--With Lake Michigan on its western border, Ludington has interesting art shops that beckon you inside to browse at your leisure. The new Ludington Center for the Arts offers various classes and workshops.
Art Galleries in Manistee, Michigan--This Victorian Port City is the perfect setting for arts shopping.
Hamlin Lake Area Art Galleries--Four miles north of Ludington, Hamlin Lake is a great destination for families to vacation. Venture into Ludington and discover the wonderful art shops.
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Arts Shops--This is a wonderful area to vacation, with plenty of exciting activities, on and off the dunes. Art galleries and shops in nearby towns offer items to satisfy the art lover in you.
Pentwater, Michigan Art Galleries--This quaint village along Lake Michigan is a real gem when it comes to art. Here you'll find art galleries and many other stores that will keep you busy all day.
Arts Shopping in Scottville--Scottville is not far away from several art galleries in nearby cities.
West Michigan Art Galleries and Art Centers--Our most complete list of art galleries, art information, performance venues and more!
More Arts & Galleries Around Lake Michigan...
Northern Michigan Art Galleries -- There are various art galleries in the Northern Michigan area; be sure to visit them when traveling there.
Northwest Michigan Area Art Galleries -- Art galleries in the Northwest Michigan area feature jewelry, pottery, paintings, and photography--plenty of things to satisfy the art lover in you.
Wisconsin Art Galleries -- Check out the many art galleries in Eastern Wisconsin. Some may exhibit and sell the works of a sole artist, while others offer art by several artists, often on a consignment basis.
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