Museum Week 2023!

[BI Historical Society]

We are thrilled to announce Museum Week is happening this summer from July 16 - 22! Stay tuned for more on our “Gutsy Women” showcase, Kids Camp, Music on the Porch, a new film screening series, and more!

BIHS Screening Series logo by Caroline Hahn ( www.hahnstudio.art )

This project is funded in part by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council, Charlevoix County Community Foundation, and by Michigan Humanities, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

[Lois Sowa Stipp]

One for the ... and more...is the Museum Week Art Show, which includes the Everyone's an Art exhibit. We received many wonderful entries, again this year. But, you can still participate... If you have art you wish to include in the main show, please contact Lois Stipp @ Calstipp1@aol.com

[BI Historical Society]

Hi all, attached is the updated Museum Week calendar for July 16 - 22, as well as information for Ongoing Summer Events and Kids' Camp. Look forward to seeing you there!

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[BI Historical Society]

We are officially one week out from Museum Week, July 16-22!

On Sunday, July 16 join us at the Beaver Head Lighthouse for our annual "This Place Matters" potluck picnic with live music and storytelling.
On Monday, July 17 don't miss Marine Museum Monday with Filmmaker Andy Stempki at 12PM, and at 7PM Music on the Porch at the Print Shop Museum.

Check our Facebook page for more information regarding Museum Week events. http://facebook.com/BeaverIslandHistoricalSociety

[BI Historical Society]

Next week Tuesday, July 18

CMU Open House
11 AM - 4 PM
CMU Biological Station

Socialize and learn more about the CMU Biology students joining us this summer, developing new and interesting projects!

"The Men Long Forgotten" Screening + Q&A with Filmmaker Andy Stempki
7 PM - 830 PM
Print Shop Museum

Enjoy the first movie and talkback in our first ever BIHS Screening Series.

A boat captain visits a shipwreck museum and discovers a hidden exhibit called “The Men Long Forgotten,” where the crew of the Carl D. Bradley returns to tell the story of their fateful voyage.

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPiQUMWrXDQ

[BI Historical Society]

Next week Wednesday, July 19

Museum Week Art Show
Gregg Fellowship Center
11 AM - 4 PM

Come support Beaver Island artists and find a piece of local art for your collection.

Amik Society Annual Meeting
Print Shop Museum
11 AM - 1 PM

Join the Amik Society for an Open House & annual meeting at the Print Shop Museum — guest speaker TBD.

"Public Art" Picnic on the Patio
Print Shop Museum
12 PM - 1 PM

Artist John Sauve visits the island to talk about Public Art. Bring a lunch!

"Austin's Movie" Screening + Q&A with Artist John Sauve
Print Shop Museum
7 PM - 830 PM

Enjoy a live screening and talkback at the Print Shop Museum.

Austin, an 8-year old with autism is enamored with the Biennial Sculpture exhibit in Brighton, MI. Artist John Sauve documents how this public art serves a communication breakthrough for him.

[BI Historical Society]

Next week Thursday, July 20

Museum Week Art Show
Gregg Fellowship Center
11 AM - 4 PM

Come support Beaver Island artists and find a piece of local art for your collection.


“The Great Wake” Screening + Q&A with Directors Charlie Klipp, Mario Cassem, Cast & Crew
Print Shop Museum
7 PM - 830 PM



Enjoy a short film screening, talkback, and a never-before-seen behind-the-scenes featurette.

On Halloween, a grief dream reunites a young programmer with his lost Player 2. Shot across Beaver Island, this short film’s maritime visuals embody the power and beauty of the Great Lakes.

Teaser: https://vimeo.com/763104106?share=copy

[BI Historical Society]

Next week Friday, July 21

Museum Week Art Show
Gregg Fellowship Center
11 AM - 4 PM

Come support Beaver Island artists and find a piece of local art for your collection.

“Windward to Eden” Screening + Q&A with YouTuber Nicholas De Laat and family
Print Shop Museum
1 PM - 230 PM



Enjoy a new video premiere and live talkback with Beaver Island's favorite YouTuber and family.

A Beaver Island family, soon to become empty-nesters, documents the town, their outdoor adventures, and their journey to become live-aboard world cruisers in a dynamic YouTube series.

Full Series: https://www.youtube.com/@WindwardToEdenSailing