Frequently Asked Questions:


What is the Bonifas?

The William Bonifas Fine Arts Center, Escanaba, MI is a friendly spot in central Upper Michigan where you can tour gallery exhibits, participate in art workshops, learn something new in the educational classes and enjoy theatrical productions. The Alice Uren Powers Gallery, hosts a variety of traveling exhibits as well as displays by regional artists throughout the year. There’s no charge to visit the exhibits, so drop in often!


Why is the Bonifas creating an on-line gallery?

The purpose of this gallery is to promote and market the arts of the Upper Peninsula in a way that benefits the Bonifas Arts Center as well as showcase the areas artists and their work. By creating this online gallery, the Bonifas can attract buyers for our regional artists. Purchasing original artwork allows one to bring unique and creative pieces into their home or business.

How does the buying process work?

Once you have selected the piece of artwork you would like to purchase you must contact the artist. The artist's contact information is provided on the artist's bio page.