Dart For Art

Dart for Art 2025 EVENT RECAP

Crooked Tree Arts Center’s signature summer fundraiser, Dart for Art, returned to Bay Harbor for its 28th year—bringing together more than 700 guests, 235 original artworks, and over 100 local businesses in a two-night celebration of creativity and connection. This year’s event was anchored by Unbridled Spirit, a powerful oil painting by featured artist Connie Landis, and raised vital support for year-round arts programming that reaches more than 35,000 people annually across Northern Michigan.

From a thrilling gallery “dart” to award-winning works and outstanding local food and drink, Dart for Art 2025 was one to remember. Our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended, sponsored, donated, volunteered, or contributed artwork to this year’s Dart for Art.

Learn More about Featured Artist Connie Landis

Artist Catalog

Award Winners

Best 3d Work: Julia MacLachlan; Best 2d Word: Jen Kritcher; People's Choice: Mary Bea McWatters; Artist Appreciation Award: Susan Lyman; Best in Show: Kevin Barton

Event Photos

Here is a sneak peak of photos from Dart for Art Preview and Main Nights!

All images courtesy of Molly Hauxwell-Currier, Matte Photography. 

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Get Involved in Dart for Art 2026

Interested in joining the fun next year as a guest, sponsor or participating artist?

  • Sponsors and Guests: To learn more about sponsorship opportunities or ticket information, email events@crookedtree.org with the subject line: “Dart for Art 2026 Interest.” Early sponsor outreach and sponsor-level ticket sales typically begin February of the event year.
  • Artists: A submission form for the 2026 Dart for Art gallery will be available at www.crookedtree.org March 2026.

If you have any questions, please call (231) 347-4337 or the Development and Events team:

events@crookedtree.org

Michelle Horn: michelle@crookedtree.org
Kimberly McCarthy - kimberly@crookedtree.org  

Mission Moment

Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Gaslight Group Properties

Artwork Awards Sponsors


  • Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center | Regen cen
  • Greenleaf Trust
  • Walstrom Marine

Beverage Sponsor

  • Great Lakes Wone & Spirits
  • Mawby Sarkling