Creative Pursuit

05/21/2026

❤️ We know the news of Creative Pursuit closing was heartbreaking and came as a shock to many.

Our artists have been such an important part of Creative Pursuit and while this chapter is coming to an end, we wanted to share that there are still opportunities locally to continue sharing and selling your work. Below are two great options for you to check out:

🎨 Ga***rd Area Council for the Arts

🐐 The Happy Goat

We encourage artists to reach out to these organizations directly to inquire about opportunities.

Creative Pursuit was built by artists, and our hope is that creativity continues to thrive throughout our community. ❤️

05/20/2026

*IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT* PLEASE READ TO END:

❤️ A chapter is closing… but the mission continues.

After much reflection and many conversations, Crossroads Industries has made the difficult decision to close Creative Pursuit.

Creative Pursuit has been so much more than a store.

It has been a place where creativity lived. A place where local artists shared their talents. A place where meaningful opportunities were created. A place where friendships formed, skills grew, art was celebrated, and our community came together.

We are incredibly proud of everything Creative Pursuit became and deeply grateful to every artist, customer, volunteer, supporter, staff member, and community partner who helped make it possible.

Our original hope was to relocate and continue Creative Pursuit in a new space. However, after careful review and consideration of the future needs of the program and organization, we determined this was the best path forward.

While this chapter is coming to an end, Crossroads Industries continues.

The people we serve continue.
The opportunities continue.
The creativity continues.

Most importantly, client jobs and opportunities will continue, and we are excited to share that a new location for Studio 45 has already been identified. More information will be shared soon. 🎨

Creative Pursuit was never just a building. It was people. It was purpose. It was community.

And those things are not ending.

Thank you for being part of the Creative Pursuit story. ❤️

05/19/2026

If you know, you know! Ga***rd is a hidden sweet spot to visit. We have a little bit of everything! Including art 😉

05/15/2026

Tonight, the Downtown Ga***rd Summer Concert Series kicks off from 7PM-9PM. We will be open until 5PM and we have lots of new stuff to share! Come be inspired by our local artists! We can't wait to see your smiles!

05/15/2026

Just a friendly reminder, your spare shred creates valuable jobs for our clients!

05/15/2026

This adorable piece of home decor is essential for anyone who knows where downstate ends and "Up North" begins! Stop by to check it out!

May in Michigan
means that down staters are making plans to head north for summer weekends. I recently created this northern Michigan sign using inspiration from Pinterest. If you'd like to add it to your cabin decor, you'll find it at the Creative Pursuit gallery in Downtown Ga***rd (which is definitely "Up North"!)

05/14/2026

🎨 SOLD! 🎨

Today was a special day at Creative Pursuit as one of our talented artists Bryan, sold his original painting: Hippie Sun! ☀️✨

There’s something so meaningful about seeing artwork connect with someone and find a new home. We are incredibly proud of the creativity, individuality, and hard work that went into this piece.

Congratulations on your sale — we can’t wait to see what you create next! 💛

Thank you to everyone who supports our artists and believes in inclusive spaces where creativity can shine.

05/13/2026

Any morel hunters in the group? The morel of the story is that we have a few fun items if you can't spot any in the wild!

05/09/2026

For moms, stepmoms, grandmas, mentors, and all the mother figures who shape our world — explore our newest gifts made just for them.

Every mom’s story is different. Our new Mother’s Day items celebrate them all! We've got tea and cookies for all of you last minute shoppers from 1PM-3PM! Stop in and find something for the one you love!

05/08/2026

New Mother’s Day goodies are here — because she deserves more than brunch and flowers.

Warning: Our new Mother’s Day gifts may cause happy tears.🥰