Arts Festival
Formerly known as ‘Art In the Park,’ this event is usually the second Saturday in July on the grounds of the CRAF center in Roscommon. This daylong art show includes a juried art show that has both local artists, as well as artists from all over the state. The art that is shown and sold at this event covers a variety of styles, such as: natural art and photography, oil paintings, water colors, pen and ink drawings, chalk work and so much more. Visitors may browse among booths offering such items as baskets, jewelry, wood projects and hand-sewn goods. Contact the Higgins Lake / Roscommon Chamber of Commerce for more information (989) 275-8760.
Arts & Craft Shows
North Central Arts Council Shows
Held weekends of Memorial Day, July Fourth, and Labor Day at the Houghton Lake School grounds across from the football field. For information, contact: Gladys Welker 517.676.9498
Christmas in the Village Craft Show
Held the first Saturday of December at the CRAF Center, 606 Lake Street, Roscommon. The show runs from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For further information, please contact Lori Mattingly at 989-275-4947 (If no answer, please leave a message) or email. Or visit www.roscommonchristmasinthevillage.com
Roscommon County Quilt Block Trail
Cherished Family quilts are made with love and handed down through generations. Now, we share them with you through the many brightly colored quilt blocks scattered throughout Roscommon County. Take the self-guided tour and enjoy the variety of quilt patterns that tell the stories of families, history, and culture of Roscommon County.
Download Roscommon County Quilt Trail Guide pdf 3.67mb
Guilds
Pen & Pallet Artist Guild
Amateur Artists from all over the area have been together for over 35 years - COME JOIN US! We meet Wednesdays 10am - 2pm at Messiah Lutheran Church (1470 W Maplehurst, Roscommon MI) phone (989) 387-8820. The work of this group is sold periodically at the library, Art Festivals and Arts and Crafts show.
