The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary will host seven local artists and artisans during the annual Arts and Eats Tour weekend, set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 17-18. During Arts and Eats, the Sanctuary offers free admission during operating hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The annual Arts and Eats Tour, organized by the Thornapple Arts Council of Barry County, is a yearly, self-guided driving tour around southwest Michigan. Stops include farms, restaurants, art galleries and three central venues that host exhibits from multiple artists. In addition to the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, the Richland Area Community Center also is a central venue for the 2026 tour.
Kellogg Bird Sanctuary featured artists
Boslar Glass and Lapidary Arts
Flattail Creek Studio
Turn, Turn, Turn
The Whole Nine Yards
The Sanctuary also will welcome back the Kids Makers Market again this year, on Saturday, Oct. 17. The Kids Makers Market provides young entrepreneurs, ages 6-17, an opportunity to promote and showcase their businesses.
Find more information about the Arts and Eats Tour, and view a map of all tour destinations.
The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary is located at 12685 East C Ave., one mile north of M-89 and just west of 40th Street. To learn more, visit birdsanctuary.kbs.msu.edu. Direct questions to birdsanctuary@kbs.msu.edu or (269) 671-2510.
