Palmer Woods Music in Homes was started in 2007 by Palmer Woods residents Spencer and Barbara Barefield through their nonprofit arts organization Creative Arts Collective, working with the Palmer Woods Association. The series of concerts supports the arts by showcasing the great talents of world-renowned musicians with Detroit-area roots (born here, live here, or made significant contributions here). The concerts are held in historic homes in Palmer Woods to make more people aware of the beautiful and important architecture in Palmer Woods, improve the image of Detroit, and encourage historic preservation.