Mission Statement: The Ark is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the enrichment of the human spirit through the presentation, preservation and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music and related arts. The Ark provides a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all people to listen to, learn about, perform, and share music.
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Statement on Systemic Racism and Injustice
The Ark stands unquestioningly in solidarity with the Black community against the violence and inequity of systemic racism.
Read The Ark’s statement on systemic racism and InjusticeStrategic Plan 2020 - 2024
Having achieved 50 remarkable years of enriching spirits and creating community through the power of music, The Ark is looking ahead to the next 50 years. We will assure a strong foundation for the Ark’s long-term future as we transition our Mission and Legacy to the next generation of folk and roots artists and music lovers.
See more about The Ark’s plan for the future in the Strategic Vision Overview 2020 - 20242019 Annual Report
For 55 years The Ark has been enriching the human spirit through the presentation, preservation, and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music and related arts. Last year was an outstanding year for the venue and the programming and an exciting step into The Ark’s future. THANK YOU for supporting The Ark!
See more about The Ark’s outstanding year of programming in the 2019 Annual ReportAnnual Meeting
Each year The Ark holds its annual meeting of Members in the City of Ann Arbor, Michigan. The meeting is held on the fourth Monday of November, if not it’s a legal holiday, and if it is a legal holiday, then on the next business day or another date designated by the Executive Board. Written notice of the annual meeting stating the place, date, and hour of the meeting is given to each member entitled to vote at the meeting. The meeting is open to the public and notice is also posted publicly. At the annual meeting, the members receive the Annual Report, conduct elections as needed for the Executive Board, and handle any appropriate business brought before the group.
The Ark's Annual MeetingGuidestar Profile
The Ark is one of few nonprofit music venues of its kind left in the country, and its mission-focused programming allows it to play a critical role in preserving and encouraging folk music and folk artists on an international level. As a community-based organization, The Ark is committed to transparency.
Please see The Ark’s organization profile on Guidestar