| Restore the Glory– 140 Day Challenge
The first stage of our fundraising is a 140-Day Challenge to raise the money needed to pay down the existing mortgage.
When you donate now through March 31, 2012, your gift will be TRIPLED, thanks to matching donations dollar for dollar from First National Bank in Howell and Music Doing Good, Inc., a Houston-based nonprofit music organization.
NOW IS THE TIME TO GIVE!
Join the effort with a contribution before March 31, 2012. DONATE NOW with the PayPal button below or call 517.540.0065 for a donation or pledge card to be mailed to you.
Help Restore the Glory with this first stage of fundraising!
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Welcome!
The Opera House, built in 1881, is a three-story historic icon in downtown Howell. It was purchased by the Livingston Arts Council (LAC) in 2000 to create a quality arts and cultural center to serve Livingston County and the surrounding area.
The first floor, renovated in 2007, is used today by the community for a variety of public and private activities. The original theatre resides on the upper floors and has not been restored but is available for tours.
Check out our Events page for upcoming and annual programs:
Runway Repurposed, Acoustic Cafe, Concerts at the Courthouse, Open Studio, Art at the Opera House, Scary Storytelling, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Contra Dance, and much more!
Check out these links for media releases and information:
Congratulations to Brent Earl, past president of the Livingston Arts Council, for his dedication to the Howell Opera House and our community!
http://www.livingstondaily.com/article/20120122/COMMUNITIES08/201220315
Listen to one comment on how vital the Howell Opera House is in our community:
http://vimeo.com/34591267
130th Anniversary Celebration:
http://vimeo.com/32374529
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| 2012 Acoustic Cafe Series Begins January 6 |
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| Runway Repurposed 2012 - February 12, 2:00 p.m. at the HOWELL HIGH SCHOOL |
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Come on down for a smokin' good time for Daley's Smokin' Country, Birds & BBQ, Saturday, March 3, from 5 - 9:00 p.m. The Howell Opera House and Howell Area Chamber of Commerce are partnering to host the event, sponsored by Daley's BBQ, Hickory BBQ & Grill. Kick up your heels for an evening of great food and fun to benefit the 140 Day Challenge. Proceeds will be matched by First National Bank of Howell and Music Doing Good, effectively tripling all donations!! Cash bar, 50/50 raffle, and the country music of singer/songwriter Butch Runyon. $20 in advance: PayPal or 517.540.0065. $25 at the door. (Chamber and Opera House members: $20 in advance and at the door.)
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Honorary Recognitions
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January 30, 2002 - Outstanding Community Initiative Award for commitment to restoration as an architectural and cultural centerpiece.
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July 10, 2006 - Michigan Registered Historical Site - Michigan Historical Commission
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2007 - Significant Historical Building - Howell Main Street
- 2008 - Historical Preservation & Design Award for Preservation Stewardship - Howell Main Street
- Listed on the Register of Historic Places in Washington DC, 1987
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Special thanks to our sponsors for 2011 - 2012 Events:
Robert W. Parker &
Maxine C. Parker Foundation
Scully-Monroe Agency
Marco's Pizza Howell
Sue A. Hamilton, P.C.
Cobb-Hall Insurance
George Moses, The Marketeer
Doyle Construction
Neal Nielson, Attorney
Diamond's Steak and Seafood
Schafer's House of Music
Carriage House Designs
Le Boutique Upscale Resale
Coldwell Banker
Pyro Heating and Cooling
Jonna's Market
Farm Bureau Insurance, Michigan Ave. Office
Great Escape Family Fun
Asahi Kasei Plastics
The Gannett Foundation
Music Doing Good, Inc., formerly Divas World Productions
Howell Downtown Development Authority
LAKE TRUST CREDIT UNION
AT&T Yellow Pages
Livingston Business Forms and Promotional Products
Crystal Gardens
Alterations by Rozi
Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs
National Endowment for the Arts
Howell Area Chamber of Commerce
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