Locally produced artwork is now on display – and on sale – as part of a celebration for the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation’s 50th anniversary.
The exhibit opened earlier this week at the Grand Haven Community Center, 421 Columbus Ave., and will remain on display through July 21.
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