Travel the Sunrise Coast’s ARTrail
Northeast Michigan’s ARTrail is the interconnected creative communities along Michigan’s Sunrise Coast, full of cultural events, galleries, and shops that sell handmade wares and crafts. Traveling the ARTrail can be one of Michigan’s most interesting journeys, especially with the sun rising over the expanse of Lake Huron to the east. But besides the picturesque panorama of one of the Great Lakes, the ARTrail and the Sunrise Coast has much to offer in its artistic shops and storefront. We’ve outlined some of the best locations along the ARTrail from Tawas to Harrisville. Follow our itinerary or pick your own from the locations provided on the ARTrail website.
The Tawas Bay Art Council & Gallery in East Tawas showcases work by local artists from oil, watercolor, and photography, to jewelry and woodcraft.
Summerfield Pottery offers a wide selection of hand-built or hand-thrown pieces all designed and created by Betty Fahselt-Senter in her East Tawas studio. Browse serving bowls, pitchers, plates, and more, as well as the customer-favorite line of salt and pepper shakers.
The Inn2Art Gallery features the work of owner Barbara Wasserman and other artisans. Mediums include glass, painting, metal, and photography. Visit the Inn2Art website for more information, directions, and contact info.
Dragonfly Art Gallery in Harrisville is a nonprofit fine art gallery that displays member artists’ original work including oils, photographs, jewelry, and pottery. Northeastern Michigan artists create all works in the Dragonfly Art Gallery.
The Craftmakers Cabin in Harrisville is a unique shop of handcrafted goods and original art, as well as local maple syrup and honey.
