Attractions
Flint Cultural Center
Flint Institute of Arts
1120 E. Kearsley StreetFlint, MI 48503 [Map]
(810) 234-1695
Founded over 75 years ago, the Flint Institute of Arts is a museum dedicated to collecting, preserving and presenting art of the highest quality from around the world. Today, the FIA's collection includes over 7,000 works of art, ranging from important American and European paintings and decorative arts to Native American, African, and Asian artifacts. In addition to installations of the permanent collection, many special exhibitions are scheduled throughout the year. The FIA Art School offers classes for students from ages 2 1/2 to senior citizen, and thousands of adults and children visit the museum and participate in its programs annually.
Flint Institute of Music
1025 E. Kearsley StreetFlint, MI 48503 [Map]
(810) 238-1350
Genesee County’s center for music and dance performance and education, the FIM manages the Flint School of Performing Arts and the Flint Symphony Orchestra. Experience the excitement of the performing arts at Michigan’s largest community arts school—the Flint School of Performing Arts. From newborns to adults, there’s a class that’s sure to unlock the thrill of learning to dance, sing or play an instrument. World renowned music director and conductor Enrique Diemecke, showcases the talents of the Flint Symphony Orchestra in exciting and moving renditions of music by the world’s great composers. The FSO performs six classical concerts each season, as well as Family Concerts and summer performances. For tickets call (810) 237-7333 or (888) 8CENTER.
Flint Symphony Orchestra
The Whiting, 1241 E. Kearsley StreetFlint, MI 48503 [Map]
(810) 237-7333
(888) 8CE-NTER [tollfree]
World-renowned music director and conductor, Enrique Diemecke, showcases the talents of the Flint Symphony Orchestra in exciting and moving renditions of music by the world’s great composers. In fact, the Flint Journal has called its performances, "truly spectacular." The FSO performs six classical concerts each season, as well as Family Concerts and summer performances.
Flint Youth Theater
Bower Theater, 1220 E. Kearsley StreetFlint, MI 48503 [Map]
(810) 237-1530
Original award-winning performances for intergenerational audiences and a year-round Drama School.
Longway Planetarium
1310 E. Kearsley st.Flint, MI 48503 [Map]
(810) 237-3400
The largest planetarium in Michigan and in the north-central U.S.!! 282 seats under a 60 foot dome. Check out the planetarium shows--the Sky Theater has been completely renovated with a new DIgistar 2 projector, seats, sound system, and video projection system. Enjoy laser light shows featuring both rock music and family oriented fare. Popular hands-on science activities provide families with opportunities to have fun while learning about science.
The Whiting
1241 E. Kearsley StreetFlint, MI 48503 [Map]
(810) 237-7337
Named for the pioneer wagon manufacturer who was primarily responsible for bringing Buick Motor Company to Flint, The Whiting, which recently received a $6.8 million dollar facelift, is praised as one of the most elegant concert halls in the nation. With a seating capacity of 2,050, the theater is Flint's premier performing arts venue presenting Broadway, comedy, Jazz & Blues, concerts, and is home to the Flint Symphony Orchestra. In addition, the theater hosts many types of educational programs, such as lectures, assemblies, graduation ceremonies and community events.