Ella Sharp Museum

08/31/2026

🚘📖 Two days until our Motor City Boomer Book Talk Event!

Join us THIS Wednesday, September 2, from 6–8pm for an evening with Jackson native and author Larry Lankton as he discusses his new book, Motor City Boomer: The Car Culture that Defined a Generation.

Date: Wednesday, September 2
Time: 6–8pm
Admission: FREE

We can't wait to see you there! Register now on our website: https://ellasharpmuseum.org/.../motor-city-boomer-book.../

08/29/2026

🍹🎤Ella's final Patio Party of the summer is on September 17th featuring singer-songwriter, Nicholas Graham Hall!

Join us for an evening of summer fun, community, and music as we end the summer right!

Learn more about our featured artist here: https://youtu.be/zeg_hE6h7P0

Reserve your tickets today on our website: https://ellasharpmuseum.org/classes-and-events/ellas-patio-party/

08/28/2026

📣🍁Calling all vendors! Ella Sharp Museum's Fall Harvest Festival is on October 3rd from 11am to 3pm!

We’re looking for a fun variety of vendors and booths to help us create a festive fall experience for our community. Sign up now to reserve your spot!

We especially welcome:
- Fall inspired products and décor
- Handmade goods and local makers
- Food trucks and food vendors
- Local businesses
- Nonprofits and community organizations
- Unique products and experiences that fit the spirit of fall

Register now on our website: https://ellasharpmuseum.org/classes-and-events/fall-harvest-festival-vendor-registration/

08/27/2026

🚘📖 We’re less than a week away from our Motor City Boomer Book Talk Event!

Join us Wednesday, September 2, from 6–8pm for an evening with Jackson native and author Larry Lankton as he discusses his new book, Motor City Boomer: The Car Culture that Defined a Generation.

Hear stories about the car culture that shaped a generation, enjoy an evening at the Museum, and learn about a few classic cars along the way! Copies of the book may also be available for purchase in the Museum Gift Shop.

Date: Wednesday, September 2
Time: 6–8pm
Admission: FREE

Don’t miss this special evening celebrating Michigan’s automotive history and the stories that bring it to life! Register now on our website: https://ellasharpmuseum.org/classes-and-events/motor-city-boomer-book-talk-with-larry-lankton/

08/26/2026

🤎🎄Make your holiday gathering feel a little more special this year at The Granary!

With its historic charm, cozy atmosphere, built-in bar, and plenty of space for food, drinks and mingling, the Granary makes the perfect backdrop for holiday parties, company celebrations, family gatherings and festive get-togethers.

Holiday dates are limited, so now is the perfect time to start planning!

Contact us or fill out a "host an event" form on our website to learn more about renting the Granary for your holiday celebrations: https://ellasharpmuseum.org/host-an-event/

08/26/2026

We’re excited to share a recent conversation with JTV featuring Tina Mercier and Georgia Fojtasek talking about Ella Sharp Museum, the updates happening across our campus, and our Ella’s Legacy: Honor the Past, Inspire the Future Match Campaign! 💙

Thanks to the generosity of our matching donors, gifts to the campaign can be matched, helping your support go even further toward preserving and strengthening the Museum for generations to come.

Watch the interview to hear more about the campaign and the exciting work happening at Ella Sharp Museum, and consider making a gift today!

✨ Honor the past. Inspire the future. Support Ella Sharp Museum. Donate now on our website: https://ellasharpmuseum.org/support/donate/

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08/25/2026

☀️🍹September 17th! End the summer right with an evening of good food, drinks, music, and friends at Ella Sharp Museum.

Date and Time: Thursday, September 17 | 5–8 PM

Bring your friends, soak up the last days of summer, and enjoy a night on the museum grounds! 🎶🌿

🎟️ Get your tickets now and join us for one last summer party! Visit our website to learn more: https://ellasharpmuseum.org/classes-and-events/ellas-patio-party/

08/24/2026

✨ Your gift can make twice the impact!

Ella’s Legacy: Honor the Past, Inspire the Future Match Campaign is an opportunity to support the future of Ella Sharp Museum while honoring the legacy that made it all possible.

Thanks to a generous $50,000 matching commitment by several of our museum supporters, your gift can go twice as far in helping preserve our museum and create meaningful experiences for our community.

There are just two weeks left to have your gift matched. 💙 Donate today on our website: https://ellasharpmuseum.org/support/donate/

Give today and help us honor the past and inspire the future.

08/19/2026

🚗 The Car Culture That Defined a Generation

Join us at the Ella after hours with Jackson native and author Larry Lankton as he shares his new book, Motor City Boomer: The Car Culture That Defined a Generation.

Hear stories from Larry’s book and discover the connections between Jackson, Ella Sharp Museum, and the car culture that shaped a generation.

Date: September 2nd, 2026
Time: 6:00pm–8:00pm
Admission: $5 Per person, Members and Children get in FREE!
Tickets go on sale soon!

Copies of the book may be available for purchase in Ella's Corner Gift Shop.

Come hear the stories behind the cars, culture, and memories of a generation! 🚘

08/17/2026

☀️🍹LET’S PARTY! Ella’s final Patio Party of the season is coming up September 17th! Join us for an evening of drinks, food, music, and good times at the Granary.

When: Thursday, September 17th, 5:00–8:00pm
Admission:
Members: $10
Non-Members: $25
Kids 10 and under: Free
Groups of 6 or more: 10% off
Visit our website to reserve your spot today! https://ellasharpmuseum.org/classes-and-events/ellas-patio-party/

We’ll see you on the patio! 🍹✨