Considered one of the top music clubs in the world, The Ark is Michigan’s nonprofit home for folk and roots music. With live music over 300 nights each year in one of the best listening rooms anywhere.
The Club
At The Ark, we take seriously our role as part of a larger musical community. We nurture rising artists, we listen to the wisdom (and the humor) of those who’ve been around for awhile, and, frankly, we’re not afraid to present music that you just won’t hear anywhere else.
Live Since 1965
From coffee house to legendary live music venue. Learn about our story.
Who’s Played at The Ark?
The Ark is committed to presenting performers throughout the entire arc of their career. We introduce emerging artists and celebrate acoustic music’s elite.
“Still the best place to play music in America.” – David Bromberg
“We consider this to be sacred ground when it comes to American roots music.” – Matt Watroba
“This place knows how to support music like nowhere else.” – The Steel Wheels