Events of Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Jackson College Jet Jam.  12 PM to 3 PM.  Join us for Jet Jam to learn more about campus and community resources!  Central Campus, Jackson College.

Grass Lake Music in the Park and Music Market. 4 PM to 8 PM.  Please join us for our 13th season of Grass Lake’s “Music in the Park”. Tonight’s entertainment features live music from ABC Sisters and The Big Band Theory. Stop by the Music Market (4pm-7pm) to pick up something special from local crafters and artisans. Stop by and grab something to eat at Mexibilly’s food truck (on site) or visit one of our new local restaurants. Ghostrider DJ will be spinning tunes at 4pm with ABC Sisters and The Big Band Theory starting at 6:30pm.

Astronomical Observatory Viewing Night.  9 PM to 11 PM.  Students, employees, and community members are invited to enjoy an evening of stargazing through our campus telescope!  Please visit the Astronomical Observatory web page before attending to confirm the event is still taking place, as it may be canceled due to weather conditions.  Jackson College Central Campus.

40 Years in the Hood:  The Detroit Heidelberg Project.  Witness an extraordinary exhibition curated by renowned Detroit-based artist Tyree Guyton, whose work has transformed the art world and inspired communities for over 40 years. Tyree Guyton is best known for his iconic Heidelberg Project, which has turned discarded objects into powerful symbols of community, resilience, and hope.  Ella Sharp Museum.  Free Admission!

Civil War Exhibit at Ella Sharp Museum. The Jackson Civil War Muster, in partnership with the Ella Sharp Museum and the Jackson County Michigan Historical Society, is proud to present Michigan in the Civil War, a powerful traveling exhibition from the Detroit Historical Society. While no battles were fought on Michigan soil, the state’s citizens played a vital role in one of the most defining moments in American history. From the first shots at Fort Sumter to the surrender at Appomattox, Michiganders served as soldiers, nurses, abolitionists, and leaders, including Governor Austin Blair, whose actions helped shape the war’s outcome and the nation’s future. Featuring over 60 artifacts and photographs, this exhibition illuminates the personal stories, sacrifices, and enduring legacies of those who answered the call to serve. Michigan in the Civil War is on display now at the Ella Sharp Museum through the end of September—don’t miss this chance to step into history and explore Michigan’s role in the fight that defined a nation.