Farmington Area Artists Celebrated with Arts and Culture Awards
(FAAC, Sept. 17, 2026)
Farmington Hills, MI – The City of Farmington Hills Cultural Arts Division and the Farmington Area Arts Commission (FAAC) are excited to announce the winners of the 2026-2027 Farmington Area Arts Awards. This annual event honors exceptional contributions to the arts and acknowledges individuals, organizations, and businesses fostering creativity and cultural enrichment in the community.
Ceremony Details
- Date: Friday, Oct. 2
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Location: The Hawk Blackbox & Mainstage Theatres, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills
- Tickets: Free, reservations available at TheHawkTheatre.com
This year’s awards hold special significance as the community celebrates 50 years of the Farmington Area Arts Commission and the Artist-in-Residence Award, both vital initiatives supporting local arts.
Award Recipients
- Willie McAllister Jr. — Artist-in-Residence Award
- Chaula Thacker and Ismael Ahmed (posthumously) — Nancy Coumoundouros Distinguished Service to the Arts Award
- Liam Rinehart and Tania Chavez Gomez — Youth Art Awards
- In the Mitten Productions — Arts Advocacy Award
- Karen Reasoner — Arts Volunteer of the Year Award
Rachel Timlin, the Cultural Arts Supervisor for the City, commented on the impactful contributions of this year’s winners. The awards reflect the rich artistic talent and community commitment in Farmington and Farmington Hills.
For more information about the event and to reserve tickets, please visit TheHawkTheatre.com.
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