AuSable Artisan Village

06/18/2026

06/16/2026

Some of you may have already spotted our 2026 Spring Appeal in your mailbox, but if you’re looking for a meaningful way to make a positive impact in our community, now is the perfect time to support the arts.

🌱 Spring Into Action for the Arts 🌱

Your gift helps AuSable Artisan Village continue providing opportunities for creativity, connection, and culture right here in Grayling. From youth and adult classes to concerts, theatre productions, exhibitions, and showcasing the work of more than 70 Michigan artists, every donation helps keep the arts thriving.

The arts don’t just enrich lives—they strengthen communities.

If you’ve been considering getting involved, there’s never been a better time. Donate today, renew your membership, or become a member for the first time and help us continue building a creative, connected, and vibrant community.

👏Donate online: https://www.artisanvillage.org/spring-appeal/

Prefer to give in person? Donations can be made at either AuSable Artisan Village gallery location in downtown Grayling.

🎨 Every gift matters. Every donor makes a difference.

06/13/2026

History, mystery, and one of Michigan’s most legendary ghost stories come to the big screen!

Join us on June 20 at 7:00 PM for the Michigan Premiere of Pere Cheney: Plague in the Pines, a compelling new documentary that takes a fresh look at the facts, folklore, and fascinating history behind Pere Cheney.

Following the screening, stay for a live Q&A with the filmmakers and learn about the discoveries that helped reshape this iconic Michigan legend.

🎟 General Admission: $15 (Limited Tickets Available)
👻 Ghost Hunt Add-On: SOLD OUT

This special event is also a fundraiser benefiting the Crawford County Historical Society. Don’t miss this unique evening of storytelling, history, and community exploration!

06/11/2026

As we celebrate 15 years of building culture, creativity, and community in Grayling, we're honored to be featured in Northern Express.

The article shares the story of how the AuSable Artisan Village has grown from a vision into a thriving arts organization that continues to enrich our region through visual arts, education, live performances, and community engagement.

Thank you to Northern Express for helping tell our story and thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey over the past 15 years.

Take a few minutes to read the article and learn more about the impact of the arts in our community.

When people daydream about their summertime getaways to rural northern Michigan, they think of hiking through dense forests, kayaking winding rivers, and …

06/10/2026

⭐️Audition alert!⭐️
The AuSable Community Theatre is looking for actors for our summer production! We’re partnering with Gits & Shiggles for a part-scripted, part-improvised, all-new show! The performance will be July 22, during Marathon week!

For these auditions, we’re looking to cast six actors for the scripted part of the show. No experience necessary, just come ready to act and have fun!

Auditions are June 25, at 6 pm, at the AAV Performing Arts Center, 122 Michigan Ave., Grayling. For more info, scan the QR code or visit tinyurl.com/ycxj88jr.

06/08/2026

We are excited to welcome new inventory from artist Linda Chamberlin to our Original Art Gallery!

Linda is a contemporary folk painter whose narrative, minimalist figures are shaped by story, symbolism, and quiet emotional depth. Her work invites viewers to pause, reflect, and discover meaning through simple yet powerful imagery.

Stop in and experience these captivating new pieces in person at our Original Art Gallery, located at 219 Michigan Ave.

🖼 Open Daily
⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Whether you’re an art collector, looking for a unique gift, or simply enjoy exploring local creativity, we invite you to visit and discover Linda’s latest work.

Simple Works

06/04/2026

🎨 Kirtland Studio of Art & Design Exhibition Comes to the AuSable Artisan Village!

Join us as we showcase the incredible creativity and talent of students from Kirtland Community College during the Kirtland Studio of Art & Design Exhibition at the AuSable Artisan Village Performing Arts Center!

🖼 Exhibition Dates: June 7–21
📍 AuSable Artisan Village Performing Arts Center
122 Michigan Ave., Grayling, MI

Opening Reception & Meet the Artists
Saturday, June 7
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Be among the first to experience this inspiring collection of artwork while meeting the artists behind the pieces. The opening reception offers a unique opportunity to hear about their creative processes, celebrate their achievements, and enjoy a first look at the exhibition.

Admission is FREE and open to the public.

Gallery hours are 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily, and visitors are encouraged to stop in throughout the exhibition to explore a diverse range of artistic styles, mediums, and perspectives.

06/02/2026

The next six months are packed with art, music, comedy, community theatre, exhibitions, and community events at the AuSable Artisan Village!

From the Kirtland Studio of Art & Design Exhibition and the Pere Cheney Documentary & Ghost Tour this June, to the Great Northern Art Explosion, live concerts, improv comedy, community theatre, holiday events, and more—there’s something for everyone to enjoy in downtown Grayling.

We’re proud to continue bringing creative experiences, cultural programming, and memorable events to our community throughout 2026. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or planning your first visit, we invite you to join us for another exciting season at the AAV!

📅 Check out the full schedule below and mark your calendars.
📲 For event details, tickets, and updates, follow us on social media.
🌐 Visit ArtisanVillage.org for complete event information and additional programming announcements.

Thank you for supporting the arts and helping us keep creativity thriving in Northern Michigan!