By The Sanilac County Historical Society
Port Sanilac, MI (June 26th) – On Friday, July 11, from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m., the Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum will host a soul-stirring Candlelight Concert featuring Turkish classical and flamenco guitarist Mert Sela. The concert will take place at the Museum grounds, located at 228 S Ridge St., Port Sanilac, MI.
Mert Sela, a native of Turkey and now a St. Clair, Michigan resident, studied at Kocaeli University and has been
performing for decades. His masterful command of classical and flamenco guitar brings elegance and emotional depth to every note. Guests will enjoy his captivating performance under the soft flicker of candlelight, transforming the museum’s historic grounds into a truly magical atmosphere.
Tickets are just $10 per person, thanks to generous funding from Michigan Humanities, which supports accessible arts and humanities experiences across the state. The Candlelight Concert is part of the Sanilac County Historical Society’s initiative to enrich our rural region—one often underserved in the arts—by making cultural experiences available to all.
“This concert is funded in part by Michigan Humanities, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Michigan Arts and Culture Council. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or Michigan Humanities.”
The Sanilac County Historical Society receives no state, county, or village funding. Revenue from events like this concert helps support our 10-acre campus, which includes 17 historic buildings, and covers essential costs like payroll, utilities, and repairs. Beyond the performance, the evening provides a unique opportunity for guests to become part of the museum’s mission—as members, donors, or volunteers.
Come for the music, stay for the history—and let the candlelight carry you into an unforgettable summer evening.
The Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum is located at 228 S. Ridge St (M25) in Port Sanilac. For more information visit
www.sanilaccountymuseum.org or on Facebook at “Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum”, or call the office at 810.622.9946.
