Community Canvas: The Downtown TC Community Mural Unveiling

Saturday, January 17

A “Creative Crawl” Celebrating Art, Connection & Downtown TC

Join the DTCA in unveiling the Downtown TC Community Mural, a radiant reflection of creativity sparked and shaped by our community. The mural is the culmination of 400+ art contributions created by community members of all ages. What began at September’s Downtown Art Fair continued through pop-up art experiences hosted by Look Wonder Discover, in collaboration with Crooked Tree Arts Center, and ultimately came together as a lasting piece of public art.

Community Canvas invites you to explore the mural, discover other public art, and enjoy interactive activations and specials throughout downtown, all guided by a handy map (in progress!) of public art and participating locations. Community Canvas is an invitation to experience downtown as a place where art, culture, and community intersect – and to support the local businesses that are part of that story every day.

Connect with Area Artists

On the day of Community Canvas, we’ll celebrate the mural alongside Crooked Tree Arts Center’s Winter Exhibits Opening Reception on January 17, 3-5 pm, featuring over 250 artists. This free public reception offers another chance to connect with art and your community.

What You’ll Experience

  • The Downtown TC Community Mural and the collective stories behind it (scan the QR code at the mural to discover)
  • A walkable creative crawl with a map of public art and activations
  • Art- and culture-inspired moments throughout downtown
  • Opportunities to connect with downtown merchants and gathering places
  • Celebration at CTAC’s Winter Exhibits Opening Reception

Make a Day of It

While you’re downtown, enjoy shopping local, grabbing a bite to eat, and connecting with neighbors. Community Canvas is a great reason to slow down, explore, and experience downtown in a new way.

Explore the Art. Experience Downtown.

Some downtown businesses may offer art-inspired experiences, activities, or specials. Participating locations and details will be added here as they’re confirmed.

  • Art on Union: 525 St Union St.
    • A “take with you or create here” custom bracelet
    • We have local artists from around Michigan and the regional area featured here at our gallery!
    • Come learn a “craft” and see our local amazing talent!
    • Open 10am-5pm. Bracelets can be made here 10am-4:00pm or take to go all day

Mural Acknowledgments

Presented by the Downtown Traverse City Association

In partnership with Look Wonder Discover and Crooked Tree Arts Center

With support from Oryana and Pam Laird