EXPLORE THE ART IN MARQUETTE
Find the studios, galleries, and storefronts of local makers and creatives in the Marquette Community.
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MQT First Thursdays is an annual summertime gallery tour.
June-October, during the first Thursdays of each month galleries and private studios open their doors and welcome visitors with demonstrations, deals and more.
Created to strengthen the visual arts sector of Marquette and put the “Queen City of the North” on the map as a cultural destination for acquiring, appreciating, and engaging with the Arts.
Gallery Directory
2905 Island Beach Rd
Handcrafted ceramics, home goods, and plants made at the Studio and by local artists.
130 West Washington
Cooperative Gallery featuring local artists in the heart of Marquette
110 N. Third Street
Contemporary craft and fine art gallery. Featuring local and national artists.
525 N Third St
Fine art and gifts featuring works by 40+ local artists.
810 N Third St
3rd Street Art Gallery featuring local resident artists and promoting a fresh local artist every 2-3 weeks
521 W Washington St
Handcrafted eco-friendly sterling silver, UP Copper and Jewelry inspired by Michigan’s upper peninsula. Featuring Lake Superior Agates and Michigan Greenstone
315 S Front St
Craft store that offers work by many local artists and artisans.
130 W Washington St (Lower Level)
Simply; we are a gently used art supplies store & workspace. We accept donations of used art supplies
217 N Front St
Office Hours: M-F 10-5pm
Studio Hours: M-Th 9:30 – 8:30,
Fri 9:30 – 5:30, Saturday: 9:30 – 4:30
City Arts Office, Deo Gallery and Reservable Studio spaces for classes, meetings, rehearsals, personal projects and more
130 W Washington St (Lower Level)
A DIY Art Studio featuring paint-your-own-pottery, fused glass, canvas and board art. Offering in-studio and to-go creating, plus classes and workshops to let you try new things easily.
130 W Washington St (Lower Level)
A community clay studio right in downtown Marquette.
*Visit by appointment or workshop
130 W Washington St
Providing the community with a creative collaborative hub to share their vision to the public and promote innovation through all art mediums.
250+ seat theatre/performance venue, commercial kitchen, retail/office space, workshop space, and more
222 Rock St
Home studio of local artist Kristine Granger
*Visit by Appointment
914 W Baraga Ave.
Blacksmithing since 1981. Architectural, sculptural, and utilitarian work.
*Visit by Appointment
575 E. Michigan St.
Driftwood and found object sculpture, rustic home furnishings and decor.
*Visit by Appointment
217 N Front St (Lower Level)
Monday through Thursday 9:30am – 8:30pm
Friday 9:30am – 5:30pm
Saturday 9:30am – 4:30pm
A part of the City’s Arts & Culture Center, the city-owned Deo Gallery features work by local artists of all mediums.
217 N Front St
Monday through Thursday 9:30am – 8:30pm
Friday 9:30am – 5:30pm
Saturday 9:30am – 4:30pm
The Huron Mountain Club Gallery on the main level and the Lower Level Lobby Gallery hosts work bi-monthly by local artists and travelling exhibits.
1401 Presque Isle Ave
Monday through Friday 12pm – 5pm
Free and open to the public
Northern Michigan University’s art museum features selections from the permanent collection, rotating regional exhibits, and student/faculty work
1401 Presque Isle Ave
Monday through Wednesday and Friday –
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday – 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Free and open to the public.
A historical museum and educational facility on the campus of Northern Michigan University.
300 N. Lakeshore Boulevard
*Open May 17 – October 16
Tues – Sun 11:00am-4:00pm
Explore the maritime history exhibits and artifacts within the museum and travel back in time on the daily Lighthouse tours
145 W. Spring St
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10-5
Wed 10-8
Sat 10-3
Public Welcome, Admission Fee
The Center contains a museum with permanent and rotating exhibits, research library, reservable event space, and offers special events throughout the year.
June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7, October 5
Marquette First Thursdays is sponsored by Edge Partnerships, Travel Marquette; partnered with The City of Marquette Office of Arts & Culture; and founded by Graci Gallery
