Every August, Governor Jennifer M. Granholm and First Gentleman Daniel G. Mulhern welcome a variety of new art to highlight Michigan's exceptional art talent into their home.  The artistic talent in Michigan is beautiful and compliments the Residence wonderfully.  The artwork is viewed by the first family as well as the guests of the Governor's Residence year round.  Every year there is a call for entry for artists currently residing in Michigan, or born in Michigan, to submit works in all media, including painting, sculpture, photography, and ceramics.  After all entries are received, the Governor and First Gentlemen work with a host gallery to select the artwork hat will be showcased.  Every fall there is a special reception to honor the Michigan artist participants. 

Host Galleries and Exhibits

2007-2008: Dennos Museum at Northwestern Michigan College Campus
Dennos Museum is located in Traverse City on the Northwestern Michigan College Campus.  It is a premier cultural facility, which offers a lively array of exhibitions and programs in the visual arts, sciences, and performing arts.  Opened in 1991, it houses three changing exhibit galleries, a sculpture court; a unique hands-on Discovery Gallery and an Inuit Art Gallery.
http://www.dennosmuseum.org/

2006-2007: Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Founded in 1977, UICA is a research and development center for arts for today and tomorrow.  Through interdisciplinary presentation, education, community studios, and art therapy, they actively challenge both artists and audiences to new levels of creative activity, collaboration, dialogue and healing.
http://www.uica.org/

2005-2006: Detroit Artists Market
Founded in 1932, The Detroit Artists Market is Detroit's oldest cultural institution devoted to promoting and exhibiting the work of contemporary artists.  It was founded in 1932.  16 pieces of artwork were displayed at the residence until May 2006 and were available for sale on the Detroit Artists Market website.
http://www.detroitartistsmarket.org./governors_artwork2.htm