29th City of Marquette Annual Art Awards

The City of Marquette Office of Arts & Culture presents the 29th Annual Art Awards to the following individuals and organizations for their significant impact and generous contributions to the arts and culture community of Marquette, MI.

Arts Advocate:  Michael Bradford
Arts Business:  Niik Creative Co.
Arts Educator: Eric Marta
Arts Innovation: Emerson Graves
Arts Organization:  Superiorland Woodturners
Arts Volunteer:  John French
Performing Artist: Teal Lake Singers
Visual Artist:  Steven Hughes
Writer:  Jon Billman
Special Recognition:  Peg Hirvonen Bandshell Fundraising Committee
Youth: Nora Grout

Join us in honoring the recipients at the Annual Art Awards event on Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Ore Dock Brewing Company, 114 W Spring St. in Marquette. This year’s awards ceremony and reception is made possible by Innovate Marquette SmartZone and Ore Dock Brewing Co. The event is free and open to the public.