Howell Opera House

The Howell Opera House is a three-story brick building in downtown Howell with a main event space and a separate smaller meeting room. The original theater and balconies occupy the upper floors, displaying the historic interior layout from the 19th century.

Built in 1881, the building served as a venue for major political campaigns when two presidential candidates delivered speeches here. The structure and its interiors have remained largely unchanged since that era.

The Livingston Arts Council runs programming here, bringing art exhibitions, dance performances, concerts, and lectures to the community throughout the year. Visitors can experience local and regional artists performing across different art forms.

Visitors will find meeting and event spaces on the first floor available for rent for various occasions. Weekday visits work best for touring the building when spaces are accessible.

The unrestored theater and balcony spaces on the upper floors retain their original 19th-century appearance and furnishings. This preservation of original details offers a rare glimpse into authentic theater design from that period.

Location: Howell

GPS coordinates: 42.60720,-83.93030

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:03