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The Arts in Grayling MI

Are you interested in the Arts? Grayling has a diverse selection with art galleries, shops that display various types of art, and

AuSable Artisan Village concert

numerous indoor and outdoor murals.

 AuSable Artisan Village Art Gallery: The mission of the AuSable Artisan Village (AAV) is to initiate and support art and cultural activities that enrich lives, stimulate creativity, vitalize the economic climate of the community and serve as a catalyst for artistic excellence throughout the AuSable/Manistee watershed region.

The AuSable Artisan Village was created in 2010.  The AAV Art Center opened on Memorial Day 2011 and is housed in a 5,000 square foot facility showcasing over 50 artists, in the heart of downtown Grayling.

The AAV Art Center offers educational facilities, an art gallery, and a performance stage.  The AAV Art Center Gallery features the work of artists from the Grayling area and Northern Michigan. A variety of Art Classes are offered at the AAV Art Center to children and adults throughout the year.  Through the generosity of the Grayling Youth Booster Scholarship Fund and the Kiwanis Scholarship Fund, scholarships are available for children ages 6 to 12 to enable them take art classes.  All are welcome.

Flowers by Josie/Thanks a Latte Coffee Shop: “Where unusual is commonplace”. Professional plant & floral service, distinctive gifts & antiques

Main Branch Gallery:

buck by artist Kim Diment
buck by artist Kim Diment

Nature-Inspired, Main Branch is an intimate gallery of distinctive fine art; featuring acrylics, oils, watercolors, wood and bronze sculptures, one-of-a-kind furniture, Native American baskets and pottery, fine art photography, hand-made copper and silver jewelry, and hand-wovens; many from nationally acclaimed artists. As springs of water become tributaries that join and flow together, the works of 20 established Michigan artists have converged into Main Branch Gallery, LLC. Open all year in downtown Grayling.

North Country Corner: Features unique “Up North” household items, clothing, shoes, jewelry, art by Michigan artists. Grayling’s Hidden Jewel.

The Old Lumberyard Shoppes
Over 40 shops all under one roof; Gifts, Home Decor, Jewelry, Antiques, Clothing, Painted Furniture, Gourmet Foods, Quilted Items and Supplies, Vintage Outdoor Sports Equipment, Hand Crafted Items and More!

The Old AuSable Fly Shop:  The Old AuSable Fly Shop offers visitors to Grayling an excellent selection of fly fishing related artwork and gifts from the top wildlife artists. The works of David Ruimveld, Derek DeYoung, Becca Schlaff and Grayling local artist  Daniel Feldhauser are represented along with many others. You will find original one of a kind works, to framed and matted prints to unframed prints and fun unique gifts in all price ranges. The Old AuSable Fly Shop is located in the big brown log building at the AuSable River bridge.

Tip’n the Mitten
Tip’n the Mitten is a compilation of everything that makes Michigan great all in one place.

Photo Gallery

AuSable River fishing, Ken Wright photographer
Carl Schubert Morris chair
Fawn, by Kim Diment
Ken Wright photography
Otter Confusion by Kim Diment
Leaping Deer by Roger Smith
Fawn meets Frog by Roger Smith

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4th of July Parade – Downtown

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4th of July Parade – Downtown

Community members are strongly encouraged to celebrate Independence Day by joining the Grayling VFW on Monday, July 4 at 11 am for their annual parade. To be a part of […]

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Wood Shaving Days 2022

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Pre-Show Classic Car & Truck Cruise Night

July 22 @ 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Pre-Show Classic Car & Truck Cruise Night

PRE-SHOW CLASSIC CAR & TRUCK CRUISE NIGHT North Star Auto Wash 6438 W. M-72 HWY. GRAYLING,  MI 49738 JOIN NORTHSTAR AUTO WASH FOR THE 12TH ANNUAL CRUISE NIGHT 5:30PM EVENT […]

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See old tractors, steam engines and gas engines on display and in action.  Watch as they operate the saw mill, threshing machine, silo filler, grist mill, oh, and our favorite…..the […]

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Wellington Tractor and Engine Show

See old tractors, steam engines and gas engines on display and in action.  Watch as they operate the saw mill, threshing machine, silo filler, grist mill, oh, and our favorite…..the […]

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Fish Hatchery OPEN!

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Fish Hatchery OPEN! Fish Hatchery OPEN! Looking for something fun to do with the family this summer? Head just past the hospital on North Down River Rd and visit the […]

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July 22 @ 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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July 23 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

36th Car & Truck Show

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Fish Hatchery OPEN!

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