-A CELEBRATION OF ARTISTIC EXPRESSION-
visual arts | music | theater | dance | literature | culinary arts | fashion + more
Art March is here to stay! This month-long celebration, launched in 2025 in effort to showcase the richness and diversity of the artistic world, while creating space for exploration, learning, shopping, dining and connection in Downtown Ferndale!
The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is proud to host “Art March” in conjunction with the Downtown Ferndale Public Art Program and the Ferndale Arts & Beautification Commission. Art March mirrors the experience of a traditional art gallery exhibition—beginning with an opening celebration and unfolding throughout the month with self-guided public art walks, hands-on workshops, pop up art installations, interactive games, and gallery crawls, before concluding with a public closing reception.
View Art March activities and programming by following links below!
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[Ferndale in Bloom artwork done by artist: Fel’le @ Syndicate]
“Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a curious explorer, or a supporter of local businesses, Art March promises an unforgettable experience filled with creativity and inspiration. Join us in celebrating the community’s creativity in Downtown Ferndale and Beyond. It’ll be an unforgettable way to experience the true spirit of artistic expression!” – Pj Jacokes
CLICK HERE FOR A CALENDAR OF EVENTS
ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMMING
- CREATE YOUR OWN BOOK COVER COLORING PAGE @ MODERN NATURAL BABY
- ART MARCH BINGO CARD
- VISIT LOCAL ART GALLERIES
- CAITLIN CARTWRIGHT EXHIBIT AT GIORGIO CONTI JEWLERS
- TAKE A SELF GUIDED PUBLIC ART WALK
- EXPLORE + SHOP + DINE & ENJOY THE CREATIVE ENERGY BUSINESSES OFFER
- ARTIST – JOHN SAUVE – IN RESIDENCY @ AFFIRMATIONS
- DISCOVER THE HISTORY OF DREAM CRUISE BY VISITING THE GALLERY WALL IN LOWER LEVEL OF CITY HALL
- FERNDALE RADIO 100.7 | TUNE IN HERE
- POP UP ART EXHIBITS INSIDE MANY BUSINESSES
FEATURED EVENTS
*MARCH 1st from 3 to 5 PM @ 215W | ART MARCH OPENING CELEBRATION
*MARCH 6th to April 5th | COMMON GROUND ART SHOW @ COMMUNITY ARTS GALLERY in FIRST MERCHANTS BANK
*MARCH 10th + 24th from 6 to 8 PM @ SIDECAR SLIDER BAR
*MARCH 11th from 6 to 7:30 PM @ AFFIRMATIONS | PUBLIC INPUT SESSION ON WAYFINDING DESIGNS
*MARCH 14th from 2 to 4 PM @ AFFIRMATIONS | STILL BUILDING PRIDE
*MARCH 14 from 4 to 7 PM @ POODLES & CO. | PAWS & PAINT
*MARCH 20th from 4 to 8 PM | CITY WIDE | SPRING INTO ART
*MARCH 28th from 4 to 7 PM @ RUST BELT MARKET | ART MARCH GALA & CELEBRATION
*MARCH 29th from 1 to 3 PM @ FERNDALE AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY | ART MARCH CLOSING SESSION
CLICK HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF PROGRAMMED EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
DETAILS & LISTINGS for ART GALLERIES, ENTERTAINMENT VENUES, PUBLIC ART PROGRAM and MORE…..
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RUST BELT MARKET | 22801 WOODWARD AVE | FRI 12 to7 – SAT 11 to 7 – SUN 11 to 6
THE CREATIVES COLLECTIVE | 22963 WOODWARD AVE | WED/THURS/SUN 11 to 6 + FRI/SAT 11 to 7
FERNDALE PIONEER ARTS BUILDING | 195 WEST NINE MILE | WED-SUN 12 to 6
ART GALLERIES
* Indicates the location is in Ferndale outside of Downtown
AFFIRMATIONS @ PITTMANN/PUCKETT GALLERY | 290 W. NINE MILE | OPEN on M-S 10 to 9
COMMUNITY ARTS GALLERY @ FIRST MERCHANTS BANK | 22635 WOODWARD | OPEN on 9 to 5
EVOLVE STUDIO | 22750 WOODWARD SUITE B-1 | by appointment only
FERNDALE AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY | 222 EAST NINE MILE | OPEN MON – THUR 10 to 8 | FRI 10 to 6 | SAT + SUN 12 to 5
JARRAD HEASLIP | 22100 WOODWARD | OPEN WED – FRI 12to6 and SUN 12 to 5 + by appointment
LAWRENCE STREET GALLERY | 22620 WOODWARD | OPEN WED – SAT 12 to 5 | FRI 12 to 9 | SUN 1 to 5
M CONTEMPORARY ART | 205 E NINE MILE | THUR – SAT 12 to 6 + by appointment
* NEXT STEP STUDIO & GALLERY | 530 HILTON | by appointment only
* PAUL KOTULA PROJECTS | 23255 WOODWARD | OPEN THUR – SAT 11 to 5 + by appointment
*PIZZO STUDIO | 399 W. MARSHALL | FRI -SUN 12 to 5 + by appointment
*DAVID KLEIN GALLERY | 678 LIVERNOIS ST | TUES – SAT 12 to 5:30
CULINARY ART FOUND @ LOCAL CUISINES
“Culinary art found @ local cuisines” refers to the expression of creativity, skill, and cultural identity through the preparation, cooking, and presentation of food that is specific to a particular region or community. It signifies that cooking is not merely about sustenance, but an art form that uses local, often traditional, ingredients to tell stories, preserve heritage, and evoke emotions.
MUSIC | THEATRE | INTERACTIVE ART EXPERIENCES
Art MARCH celebrates the businesses who amplify the creative energy by providing year around events!
* Indicates the location is in Ferndale outside of Downtown
MAGIC BAG
ORCHID THEATRE
LOVING TOUCH
215 W
BOSCO
THE RINGWALD
GO! COMEDY
PAINTING WITH A TWIST
* STILL LIFE CERAMICS STUDIO
*THE FIGURINE
*SPLATTER
DOWNTOWN FERNDALE PUBLIC ART INSTALLATIONS
ARK WALK MAP
ARTWN 2008 – 2019
YOU BELONG HERE 2023
FERNDALE IN BLOOM 2024
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!!! We are conducting this survey to better understand community and stakeholder interest. The following survey is open to anyone interested in the public arts including those who work in, live in, or visit Ferndale.
Please take our Public Art Survey by clicking HERE
BUSINESSES & ARTIST ONLY: Art March is becoming a Ferndale tradition. You can visit one of the events to connect and learn how to participate or contact the Downtown Development Authority at info@downtownferndale.com | 248-546-1632