Arts & Museums
Buick Gallery and Research Center
The Buick Gallery is home to the largest collection of vintage, one-of-a-kind and experimental prototype Buick's. In addition, the Gallery houses an automotive and local historical records research facility. The gallery features over 25 classic and concept Buicks, Chevrolets and other locally built automobiles. Visit the Buick Gallery online: www.sloanmuseum.com/buick_gallery.html
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Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad
Crossroads Village, with its 34 historic structures and authentic narrow gauge steam railroad, invites visitors to embrace a simpler time. A stroll around this 51-acre Village will take you back in time, where friendly folks in period attire welcome you to the homes, mills and shops dating back to the 1800’s. Visit Crossroards Village online: www.geneseecountyparks.org/crossroadsvillage.htm
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Flint Cultural Center
The Flint Cultural Center campus provides an array of cultural, scientific, and artistic experiences and promotes understanding of the diverse cultures reflected in the Greater Flint community. The Center is a major educational resource, and a welcoming and inclusive community center. Institutions on the Flint Cultural Center campus include Buick Gallery & Research Center, Longway Planetarium, Flint Institute of Arts, Flint Institute of Music, Flint Youth Theatre, Sloan Museum, and The Whiting. Visit the Flint Cultural Center online: www.flintculturalcenter.com
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Flint Institute of Arts
Established in 1928 as a museum and art school, the Flint Institute of Arts currently houses the largest private in Michigan with over 7,000 works of art. The FIA is one of the largest museums in Michigan and home to one of the nation's largest museum art schools. At the Flint Institute of Arts, you will discover everything from exhibitions, art classes, films and videos, to lectures, concerts, tours and more. Visit the FIA online: www.flintarts.org
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Flint Institute of Music
The Flint Institute of Music is home to the Flint Symphony Orchestra (FSO) and the Flint School of Performing Arts (FSPA). The FSO is composed of 77 professional musicians, led by Maestro Enrique Diemecke, who has gained an international reputation as one of the world's most dynamic conductors. Each year, the FSPA offers performing arts and education programs in music and dance to more than 3,000 students, making it the largest community school for the arts in Michigan. Visit the FIM online: www.thefim.com
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Joffrey Midwest Workshop
In 1996, Edith D’Addario, Director of the Joffrey Ballet School in New York, made a decision to bring the intense level of training available in New York to the Midwest. A partnership between The Whiting, the Flint Institute of Music and the Joffrey Ballet School gave birth to the Joffrey Midwest Summer Intensive. Each institution brings its expertise and resources. In the past 12 years, hundreds of dancers have spent four weeks each summer on the beautiful campus of the Flint Cultural Center developing their craft and making life-long friends. Visit Joffery online: www.joffreymidwest.com
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Longway Planetarium
Explore the wonders of outer space and experience scientific discovery at Michigan's largest planetarium. Longway's Sky Theater is equipped with the latest Digistar II technology, producing amazing three-dimensional star fields and astounding special effects. Dazzle your senses with all-new laser shows. Hands-on family science activities and special exhibits are also presented throughout the year. Visit the Longway Planetarium online: www.longwayplanetarium.com
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Red Ink Studios
Some people saw a " For Lease " sign. Red Ink Studios saw a way to bring artists back to the community. From a business bleeding in red ink, to a gallery teaming with artists, art, and visitors, Red Ink Studios is a testament to making dreams happen. Vist Red Ink online: www.redinkstudios.com
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Sloan Museum
From fur trading and pioneer life, to lumbering, carriage making and the automobile boom of General Motors, the Alfred P. Sloan Museum brings history, culture and technology to life for the entire family. Visitors can also enjoy the Discovery Center, featuring hands-on science fun for all ages and a variety of special lectures and workshops for adults and children. The Pierson Automotive Gallery presents major automotive exhibits featuring vehicles from the Sloan fleet of over 80 Flint-built automobiles. Visit the Sloan online: www.sloanmuseum.com
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The Whiting
The best and brightest stars illuminate the stage of this 2,100-seat theater. The Whiting presents dazzling performances from classical music, theater and dance to big-name Broadway shows and legendary entertainers. The Whiting also hosts the Flint Symphony Orchestra, Annual Holiday Pops, New York's Joffrey Midwest Workshop, Flint Youth Theatre's Learning Through Theatre Series, many community graduations, recitals and other events. Visit The Whiting online: www.thewhiting.com
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Whaley Historical House Museum
This magnificent residence ranks among the most elegant Victorian homes in the state. Whaley Historical House Museum is one of the Flint area’s last visible links to its 19th Century heritage. Tours and special events make this home turned museum a “must see.” Visit Whaley Historical House Museum online: www.whaleyhouse.com
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