Flint's Artistic Heartbeat: Inside Buckham Gallery

How important is local art to a community?  Michele Leclaire, the Executive Director of Buckham Gallery in Flint, Michigan, discusses the 41-year history of the gallery, its mission to enrich the community through contemporary art, and her personal journey from Orlando to Flint. Key highlights include:- The founding of Buckham Gallery by local artists in 1984 to create a supportive artistic community and showcase innovative contemporary art.- Michele's background in art, her move from Orlando to Philadelphia for art school, and eventually settling in Flint with her artist husband.- The annual 'Build Your Own Collection' event and other initiatives that support local artists and engage the community.Links:Buckham Gallery Website:  https://www.buckhamgallery.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuckhamGallery/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buckham-gallery/Subscribe to our Email Newsletter: https://totalmichigan.com/join/Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/totalmichiganWatch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@totalmichiganAddress:121 W Second StreetFlint, MI 48502810-239-6233Show Notes:00:00 Introduction to Buckham Gallery02:08 Michele's Background and Journey06:33 The Founding of Buckham Gallery09:14 Challenges and Growth17:39 Current and Upcoming Events21:23 Visiting Buckham Gallery24:58 ConclusionMentioned in this episode:NWF AdVisit Our Sponsor: The National Wildlife Federation Great Lakes Chapter is working hard to protect what Michiganders love and that is our great outdoors. Learn more about threats facing all Michiganders and what the NWF is fighting for at https://nwf.org/greatlakes