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Learn about dinosaurs and mastodons, journey into a giant cell for an up-close look, and uncover diverse ecosystems in Michigan! Browse accessible interactive featured and rotating exhibits and upcoming museum events, plus planetarium shows returning this Fall! Free Donations appreciated.ġ0. Time Travel at the U-M Museum of Natural Historyįolks of all ages can expand their knowledge while spending time at the U-M Museum of Natural History. Gutman Gallery showcases and sells inclusive fine art, and Chelsea River Gallery proudly displays unique exhibits, workshops, and film screenings.ĩ. WSG Gallery’s new location downtown features artwork from local and national artists using various mediums. Home to one of the largest art fairs in the nation and dozens of galleries open to the public, there is plenty of artwork to admire during your stay. Take a self-guided tour across Ann Arbor and visit 20 sites recognizing the historical impact these locations have had in Ann Arbor. The map of locations includes schools and barber shops over a century old, and more notable landmarks that pay tribute or hold rooted importance in Ann Arbor’s Black history that shapes the city today.įree live entertainment, family fun and inclusive activities are taking place all around Ann Arbor. Catch a show while food-truck dining at the York Yard, experience the Westside Art Hop fit for art-lovers, and create a luminary at free workshops for all ages and abilities leading up to ypsiGLOW. Check back late Spring for information on next year’s Ann Arbor Summer Festival featuring free activities of all kinds! You may be familiar with spending time at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens, but did you know there are 10+ gardens to wander through and admire? See the bonsai and Penjing Garden, visit the conservatory displaying plants from around the world, and follow the several trails throughout the property. See if you can identify plants (and maybe animals) along the way! Free admission Pay-to-park.Ħ. There’s always something new to see in Ann Arbor. The Ann Arbor Art Center recently partnered with local, regional, and national artists to transform building walls into spectacular works of art! Find the map of mural locations here! Stay tuned for more murals popping up and information on The Alleyway Project coming soon.ĥ. Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Conservatory
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Including the historic and charming Kerrytown District, Ann Arbor is home to four distinct commercial districts: Main Street District, full of global dining options and cocktail bars State Street District, where the historic Michigan and State Theaters can be found South University District, a classic ‘college town’ picturesque area. Visitors will discover something new in each district! UMMA also hosts a variety of programs and events for all ages.


Throughout the year, UMMA hosts nearly 20 special exhibitions in addition to permanent and rotating pieces from renowned artists including Pablo Picasso and Helen Frankenthaler. The U-M Art Museum (UMMA) is one of the oldest and largest University art museums in the country, representing over 150 years of art collecting. World-Renowned Artists at the U-M Art Museum Read more about Ann Arbor's longest-standing businesses here.Ģ. Have you ever wandered through Ann Arbor’s covered shopping district known as Nickels Arcade? Built in 1918, this 261-foot-long mosaic-tiled corridor houses some of the city’s oldest specialty retail shops to visit like Van Boven, celebrating 100 years of business and Caravan Gift Shop celebrating 94 years. There are hundreds of activities to do and things to see around Ann Arbor, but did you know there are several ways for visitors to experience Ann Arbor fun for free? Supporting local businesses and traveling doesn’t have to break the bank. To make the most out of your visit, we’ve put together a list of 20 free things to do all around A2! ( Photo above: Leisa Thompson)
