OVERVIEW

Emerge! is an art festival presented by Hannan Center, open to emerging artists 55 years and older. The festival centers around a competition where artists are asked to submit up to two pieces of their best work to be judged by a jury of prominent arts professionals and also by a public vote of the arts community. Winners will be announced during a day of arts-focused activities at Hannan Center.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2023 WINNERS!

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First Place Winner (Juried)

Kisses / Sherry Moore

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Second Place Winner (Juried)

Gecko Memories / Steve Simon

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Third Place Winner (Juried)

21st Century Family / Rosemary Summers

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Honorable Mention (Juried)

Trumpet Boy / Eban Morales

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Honorable Mention (Juried)

She’s Changed / Alga Washington

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Honorable Mention (Juried)

I’ve Got Rhythm / Patricia Beard

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People’s Choice Award

Dance With Me / Gayle Watson

Emerge! is generously sponsored in part by:

The mission of Hannan Center is to preserve the dignity and enhance the quality of life for seniors in Michigan. In 1925, Luella Hannan founded the Luella Hannan Memorial Foundation to serve older adults in Detroit. Today, over 97 years later, Hannan continues to ensure that seniors are respected, valued, empowered to reach their potential and connected to a community of their choice. Through lifelong learning opportunities and care coordination, Hannan Center assists older adults with their social, educational, medical, financial and housing needs. For more information, visit www.hannan.org or call (313)833-1300.