The City of Marquette Office of Arts & Culture invites the community to participate in upcoming planning events for Art Week 2024. These sessions provide opportunities to find inspiration, build partnerships, and develop Art Week project proposals before the March 1st deadline. Funding of up to $500 is available for Art Week projects, and project partners are encouraged to take advantage of the planning opportunities, regardless of funding needs. Find full project proposal guidelines: https://www.mqtcompass.com/opportunities/2022-city-of-marquette-art-week-requests-for-project-proposals/

BRAINSTORMING SESSIONS
Join two open sessions at the City Arts & Culture Center (217 N Front St. Lower Level) on Wednesday, January 31st, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 5:30-7:30 p.m. All are welcome to drop in and collectively explore ideas for Art Week 2024.

OFFICE HOURS
Every Thursday in February (1, 8, 15, 22, & 29), visit the City Arts and Culture Center between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. for one-on-one project development assistance. The project proposal packet serves as a grant application, providing a professional development opportunity for local creatives. 

City of Marquette Art Week will be held June 24 to June 29. This annual week-long celebration invites local artists, organizations, and businesses to collaborate on diverse arts and cultural events. This year’s Art Week is centered on the theme Grow. Art Week 2024 is supported by a grant from the Michigan Arts & Culture Council. Art Week projects encompass performances, installations, displays, workshops, demonstrations, and more. Explore past events for inspiration: https://www.mqtcompass.com/artweek/

For more event details, contact the City of Marquette Office of Arts and Culture at 906-225-0472 or arts-culture@marquettemi.gov. Media inquiries may be directed to apruiett@marquettemi.gov