Old Mission Art & Garden Tour
Spend a day immersed in color, creativity, and the natural beauty of Old Mission Peninsula on the Old Mission Art & Garden Tour – a guided experience hosted by Wander with Direction.
This thoughtfully curated 5-hour outing features three stunning stops and it includes a Watercolor Painting Experience with guests choosing to host their painting session at either the lavender-filled charm of Harbor View Lavender Farm or the whimsical U-Pick blooms of Old Mission Flowers.
STOP 1Harbor View Nursery & Lavender Farm
This place is beautiful! There are lavender fields, orchards, and gardens to explore. They are very welcoming and let you freely wander around their property.
They have a darling little shop full of their lavender products. They also sell baked goods like brownies, pies, and lavender honey ice cream made by Buchan’s.
This is a great spot to just take in a deep lavender scented breath and be thankful for to be in Northern Michigan.
STOP 2Old Mission FlowersThis U-Pick Flower garden is a must-visit on an Old Mission Art & Garden Tour.
Here you are invited to wander the gardens to pick the a bouquet of flowers as you take in the lovely bay views in the distance. It is a charming place.
The proprietor is typically hanging around, but flower picking is based an honor system, flower prices are on a sliding scale based on size. You pick what you like and simply deposit the cash into a payment repository.
It is a very nice way to spend time soaking up Old Missions beauty and you get to take a bouquet of flowers home as a result.
Both Gardens are Worth Painting!
It will just be a matter of choosing between the two gardens that you would like to set up in for a few hours of plein air painting.
STOP 3Seven Hills – Old Mission Distilling, Right Bower Kitchen & Coffee, and Tinker StudioThe final stop brings guests to the creative and culinary collective of Seven Hills. Here, you’ll explore Tinker Studio, a gallery featuring fine and functional art by 50+ local artists. Mission Proper café serves up fresh espresso drinks and baked goods, while Old Mission Distilling offers a selection of expertly crafted spirits and N/A Elixers. It’s the perfect place to relax, reflect, and toast the day’s adventures.
Whether you’re gathering inspiration among the gardens or sipping something delightful as you admire your watercolor creation, the Old Mission Art & Garden Tour offers a refreshing and artful way to explore the peninsula.
Let’s Make It Happen!
We’ll spend a art filled day together on Old Mission Peninsula.
Enjoy a day filled with scenic views, thoughtfully chosen stops, and an artist-led watercolor painting class.
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