Crooked Tree Arts Center is a nonprofit cultural institution founded in 1971 serving Northern Michigan through exhibitions, art classes, performances, and community programs. The Traverse City location on Sixth Street offers free public galleries, workshops, and cultural events as part of the organization’s mission to create opportunities for people to connect, learn, and grow through the arts.
Field Notes from recent visits 
Steve McQuown says:February 5, 2026 at 5:38 amCrooked Tree Arts Center is an incredible resource for artists in Traverse City. I have participated in great classes and visited multiple exhibitions here.
Experience: Quiet & contemplative, Social & lively, Educational & interpretive
Accessibility: Fully accessible
Good for: Adults & couples, Artists & creatives, Seniors & older adults
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Crooked Tree Arts Center is an incredible resource for artists in Traverse City. I have participated in great classes and visited multiple exhibitions here.