For More Information:
City of Marquette Office of Arts & Culture / 906-228-0472 / tluoma@marquettemi.gov
The City of Marquette Office of Arts & Culture presents the 29th Annual Art Awards to the following individuals and organizations, as nominated by the community for their significant impact and generous contributions to arts and culture in 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: Steve 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. For additional details about the Annual Art Awards and to see past winners, visit www.mqtcompass.com/annual-art-awards.