Special Exhibits

IQhub Explores Michigan Made with “Mitten to Table” Exhibit This Summer

SAINT JOHNS, MI – The IQhub is thrilled to announce its exciting summer exhibit, Mitten to Table, open May 12^th, 2026 through August 21^st, 2026. This immersive exhibit will allow visitors to plunge into the story of where their food comes from, and how close to home some of their favorite food’s origins are. Follow the IQhub on Facebook or through the website for more information on special events that go along with this exhibit.

Dig into the stories of both well-known and up-and-coming Michigan food brands through a collection of products, photographs, news clippings, and other items that celebrate these brands’ histories and current stories.

Visitors will gain insight into the vital role Michigan’s agriculture plays in the food we all enjoy, and the way it has and continues to sustain some of the most notable names in the food industry.

Exhibit Highlights:

Event Days: Exciting, focused event days with trivia games, craft activities, and the chance to sample the item of the day. Join us for National Fudge Day, National Ice Cream Day, and Faygo Day.
Agricultural Connection: Discover the crucial link between the food brands you know and love, and the local farms that make it all possible.
Tangible History: Experience a direct connection to the stories told through authentic objects that allow a glimpse into the past.

The following brands will be highlighted during the Mitten to Table Exhibit: JIFFY Mix, Koegel Meats, Better Made Snacks, Kellogg’s, McClure’s Pickles, Fat Baby Hot Sauce, as well as some very local names you already know and love. Many of these brands have partnered with the IQhub to allow us to borrow products, merchandise, and other materials, while others have given them as donations to the exhibit.

The Mitten to Table special exhibit is included with the free admissions to the IQhub. The IQhub is open to the public Tuesday through Friday, from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. Located at 1130 S. Dewitt Rd., St. Johns, MI 48879, the IQhub is a non-profit organization dedicated to agricultural history, innovation, and exploration. This exhibit offers a unique opportunity to explore Michigan’s rich heritage in the food industry. For more information, please contact the IQhub at (989)227-3847 or via email at IQ.hub@agroliquid.com.

Art Explosion 6.0 – Winter Exhibit

November 25th through February 26, 2026!

A guest favorite of the IQhub, held from November through February each year! The three-month long celebration of the arts includes a winter market in early December, a special community event in January and a grand finale Artist Meet & Greet event in February.

We’re thrilled to share that this year’s Art Explosion 6.0 is going to be more dynamic and inspiring than in the past. There will be art from various artists in the area as well as artists from ArtPrize and ScrapFest. Also, be sure to check out the art from many talented students too!

✨ What’s New This Year:

Electronic Artist Loan Agreement – you can now submit your artist loan agreement by filling out the online form: https://forms.gle/Xt3ScrmnZ6DcWW179 OR contact the IQhub to have one emailed to you that you can print off and fill out.
QR Code –if you have a QR Code or want to create one that will link people to your website, please include that in your loan agreement or email it to us so we can add it to your artist bio.
Featured Artists – feature at least two artists each week on our social media sites

✅ Important Reminders:

Submission Deadline: Friday, November 14, 2025
Exhibit Dates: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – Thursday, February 26, 2026
Location: IQhub, 1130 S. DeWitt Road, St. Johns, MI 48879 (attached to the AgroLiquid building)
Winter Market: Tuesday, December 9, 2025, from 3:00pm to 8:00pm. Visit the various vendors, visit Santa, and view all the wonderful art pieces.
Inspire Your Heart With Art: Monday, January 19, 2026, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. This “no school day” event will have materials for students (with adult supervison) to create their own piece of art. For $5 small canvases can be purchased to paint here or at home.
Artist Meet and Greet Night: Thursday, February 26, 2026, where awards will be given to the top “People’s Choice” winner in the three categories of Painting, 3-D, and Other, for adults, and top “People’s Choice” winner in the two categories of high/middle school, and elementary school.

Please feel free to contact the IQhub at 989-227-3847 with any questions or for more information.