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Generating Connections and Community Prosperity across the Upper Peninsula through Arts & Culture

The Upper Peninsula Arts and Culture Alliance is a 501(c)(3) non-profit comprised of Artisans and art organizations, historians and culture bearers, as well as allies in related sectors such as tourism and recreation, local and regional government and economic development. We seek to improve the visibility, connectivity, and sustainability of the arts and culture sector as part of the broader fabric of regional Upper Peninsula development.

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what does the upper peninsula arts and culture alliance do?

Promote successful grant funding for Upper Peninsula organizations and projects through Michigan Arts & Culture Council partner program.

Promote Arts & Culture, Arts Education, & Creative Communities through public outreach events, advocacy, and education

Connect individuals, organizations, artists, performers, and audiences across the U.P. through networking opportunities and a public arts and culture database

Measure the quantifiable impact of arts and culture in the economy of the Upper Peninsula

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Annual Conference

Join us in Marquette September 28 for this year's annual conference. This day-long event will cover diverse topics on economics, creativity, and networking on the theme of arts and culture advocacy across the U.P.

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Grant Information

Resources and information about grants available from The Michigan Arts and Culture Council. Find out how you can apply for funding for an organization, an arts and culture project, or an individual artist or arts professional.

ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY

The Upper Peninsula Arts and Culture Alliance is proud to publish the findings of Arts & Economic Prosperity 6, which found over $42 million in arts and culture spending in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. 

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Keep up to date on upcoming events such as educational and funding opportunities, research, networking, professional development, annual conference, and more. E-newsletters are a great way to stay in touch with the arts and culture community in the Upper Peninsula, and find out what the Alliance is doing day to day.

Newsletters go out approximately once weekly. We promise not to spam you!

latest news & updates

MSU Michigan Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Now Accepting Applications

The MSU Michigan Traditional Arts Program is now accepting applications for the Michigan Traditional Arts Apprenticeship. Applications are due the first Monday in January. Michigan's cultural traditions are...
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Quarterly Board Meeting

Tuesday, November 12 Up North Lodge Event Center 215 S County Road 557, Gwinn, MI 49841 Board Meeting: 2:00-4:00pm Join us in the Up North Lodge Event Center...
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Winter Reception in Gwinn

Tuesday, November 12 Up North Lodge Event Center 215 S County Road 557, Gwinn, MI 49841 Reception: 5:00-7:00pm · Open to the public Join us for an inspiring...
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PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Upper Peninsula Arts and Culture Alliance Hosts Successful Annual Conference on Advocacy in the Arts Marquette, MI – The Upper Peninsula Arts and Culture Alliance...
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Fall Reception in Marquette

Friday, September 27 Beaumier Heritage Center 1401 Presque Avenue, Gries Hall, Marquette, MI 49855 Reception: 5:00-7:00pm · Open to the public Join us for an inspiring networking reception...
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