Michigan
The Great Lakes State
Art & Artists
(Featured MI artists coming soon, in the meantime, learn about these Ohio neighbors!)
Natalie Lanese is a painter from Cleveland, OH. Known for her bold color palette and installation works throughout Ohio and across the county, Natalie’s work is an evolving exploration of craft, process, and new terrains.
Toledo artist and curator, Jerry Gray, is responsible for forging many elements of the local arts scene and community. After several years out of town, Gray celebrated his return with a solo exhibition in early 2022.
Music & Performers
(Featured MI artists coming soon, in the meantime, learn about these Ohio neighbors!)
“Catch me with some women in the powder room talkin’ ‘bout the moon and shit.” - DaveKevinAdam (No More Lectures)
Poets & Writers
Detroit native Cal Freeman explores the heart of working class Americana with thoughtfulness and tenderness while challenging readers with a seamless blend of poetry and prose.
Food & Drinks
Detroit’s Scotty Simpson’s Fish & Chips is a Brightmoor neighborhood staple. The unassuming eatery specializes in cod, never frozen and flown in fresh daily from Halifax, Nova Scotia since 1950.
North of Detroit, the oldest-operating restaurant in Birmingham, MI, The Hunter House, offers up a taste of soda fountain past with tiny, bite-sized slider burgers.
Adventure & Travel
Biking Detroit’s Dequindre Cut makes for a fascinating exploration of experiencing an evolving city in real time. It’s towering industry of yesterday combines with freshly designed gathering spaces and artwork to connect across the city to the beauty of the Detroit River Walk.