UPCOMING EXHIBITS
Powers Gallery
Upcoming Exhibits:
FABRICATIONS VII: A Fiber Arts Show
January 9 - February 19, 2026
Opening Reception: January 9, 6 - 8 pm with awards at 7pm
Free to attend
This exhibit looks to show off innovative work rooted in traditional fiber materials and explore unexpected relationships between fibers, non-traditional materials and other creative disciplines.
YOUTH IN ART
February 27 - March 26, 2026
Open House for Grades K - 12: March 14, 1 - 4 pm
Celebrate with us as we fill both our Powers and Studio galleries with artworks made by artists in grades Pre K-12th. Nearly 700 pieces of children’s artwork brighten up the gallery spaces and herald the coming of spring with a flourish of color. Awards will be announced via a facebook video on Thursday, March 12th and everyone is invited to attend the open house for all grades from 1 - 4pm on March 14. Award ribbons will be ready for pickup during the open house. You will surely leave with a smile on your face after viewing this annual celebration of young talent.
Thank you to our Youth In Art Gallery Partner: Billerud. And to our Award Sponsors: Billerud, Escanaba Kiwanis Club, Michigan Education Association Coordinating Council #17B, GFWC - Escanaba Woman’s Club, Delta-Schoolcraft Intermediate School District, and the Bonifas Arts Center
Bonifas Membership Show
July 3 – August 27, 2026
Reception: July 3, 6 - 8 pm
A 50+ year tradition, the Bonifas Membership Show has encouraged members to share their creative explorations at every level of ability. It is a rich and varied exhibit where emerging artists show side-by-side with our experienced and professional artists. This exhibit is a community favorite and worth taking a walk through. Enjoy!
We would like to thank the Dorothy Vogt Family for sponsoring the 1st and 2nd place prize money.
NORTHERN EXPOSURE XXXIII
November 13 – December 31, 2026
Reception: November 13, 6 - 8 pm
Northern Exposure enters it's 33 year and has always been a crowd favorite. This juried show always delights as you never know what you might see. Artwork was made by artists who reside above the 45th parallel with many artists being from the U.P. The Bonifas Arts Center supports its annual regional competition, Northern Exposure, to both encourage artists to create new artworks and to showcase the artwork being created in the Northern Mid-west. This regional show is a must see!
Thank you to our Gallery Partners
Escanaba Veterinary Clinic
Thrivent Financial - Escanaba Branch-Brian Pahnke
East Ludington Gallery
Tackman Capital Management
The Studio Gallery
Upcoming Exhibits:
Bonifas Invitational Award Show:
Featuring John French & Margo Berke
January 9 - February 19, 2026
Opening Reception: Jan. 9, 6-8
Our Studio Gallery welcomes oil painter, John French and pastel artist, Margo Berke into out Studio Gallery space. These two artists were selected on their unique visions and story telling. They won the Bonifas Invitational Award during Sault Area Art Center’s annual juried show back in April, 2025.
Northern Exposure Featured Artist Award:
Works by Avery Jade Graham
April 3 – April 30, 2026
Opening Reception: Apr. 3, 6-8 pm
Avery Jade Graham will dazzle the viewer with images painted in bright and bold strokes. Avery won the Northern Exposure Featured Artist Award for her painting titled, "Stare Down" in November.
This newer Northern Exposure award gives the winner a chance to showcase their talent in our Studio Gallery space.
Bonifas Membership Show Winner
September - October, 2026
This Studio Gallery exhibit will feature artwork by the winner of the Bonifas Featured Artist Award given out at the Bonifas Membership Show. This award gives the winning artist the experience of a solo show, greater visibility and potential sales opportunities. This is the ideal opportunity for the artist to reach new audiences and gain valuable exposure. To find out who will be featured this year, come out to the Bonifas Membership Show reception on July 3rd.
The 100 day project
November 13 – December 31, 2026
This exhibit will show off the artworks made by participating artists during the 100dayproject, which launched January 21 – April 30. The works created and on display were made and worked on every day for 100 days. We hope you find some inspiration to create your own artwork after visiting this show. If you are interested in participating in our next round of the 100 Day Project, please let Kate know via email (kate@bonifasarts.org) and she will keep you in the loop with the details.