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Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
(734) 995-5439
Ignite your imagination! In the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum you explore nine unique galleries containing more than 250 interactive exhibits. Learning made fun for all ages in an informal environment where hands-on experience is the best... read more
Bixby Marionette Exhibit
141 E. Michigan Ave., Saline
(734) 429-0807
The Bixby Marionette Exhibit was handcrafted by resident Meredith Bixby, whose company of puppeteers performed nationwide between 1930 and 1980. Educational tours and field trips for children and adults... read more
Chelsea Milling Company
201 W. North, Chelsea
(734) 475-1361
The Chelsea Milling Company is home to the world famous Jiffy Mix line of baking products. Take a tour that includes a slide show, walk through the packaging plant and product testing area. Reservations... read more
Chelsea Teddy Bear Factory Store
400 N. Main St, Chelsea
(734) 433-5499
New 35,000 sq. ft. factory tour. In the Chelsea Teddy Bear Factory Store you can see the world's largest teddy bear flag and the world's largest real teddy bear. Learn how teddy bears are made and the history of the teddy bear. Antique bears. Factory outlet... read more
Chelsea TreeHouse
320 North Main Street, Chelsea
734-475-1555
An awesome adventure destination located in Chelsea offering a 1,200 sq. ft. climbing and play structure with five slides, a toddler area, swinging bridges, and of course, a huge Tree House. Indoor play area with full coffee bar featuring Zingerman’s coffee. Homemade,... read more
Domino’s Petting Farm
24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr., Ann Arbor
(734) 998-0182
Domino's Petting Farm gives children and adults a chance to interact with farm animals. Hayrides, group rates and birthday packages available. Pony rides on... read more
Independence Lake Park
3200 Jennings Rd., Whitmore Lake
(734) 449-4437
Independence Lake County Park offers swimming, boating and fishing, picnicking, hiking, biking and rollerblading in a natural setting. During Summer months, Independence Lake features a spray zone water playground (open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day), 192-acre... read more
Leslie Science and Nature Center
1831 Traver Rd., Ann Arbor
734-997-1075
Welcome to the Leslie Science and Nature Center, once the home and laboratory of Eugene and Emily Leslie! The center is a special place where people of all ages can explore 50 acres of land and Black Pond Woods. It's also a home to many plants and animals. Other... read more
Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center
2960 Washtenaw, Ann Arbor
734- 971-6355
Ann Arbor's Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center is a popular venue for recreation enthusiasts offering approximately 51,000 square feet of space dedicated to fitness and recreation. Available amenities include: Swimming Pool Gymnasium (multi-court) Cardio... read more
Michigan Firehouse Museum
110 W. Cross St., Ypsilanti
(734) 547-0669
Historic Romanesque revival brick three-story Firehouse with tower with additional 10,000 sq. ft. museum offering antique fire trucks, equipment, clothing, memorabilia and exhibits. The exhibits of the Michigan Firehouse Museum demonstrate early American firefighting... read more
Northfield Park
Pontiac Trail west of Dixboro Rd., north of Ann Arbor
734-971-6337
Northfield Park offers a relatively isolated, natural setting on a busy through route. The park contains a lowland hardwood forest, a small marsh at its western edge, a large rolling open field, and a natural oak hedgerow along its eastern border. Facilities include a... read more
Osborne Mill Preserve
East Delhi Rd., Ann Arbor
(734) 971-6337
Osborne Mill Preserve is a 39-acre nature area along the Huron River in Ann Arbor. The land was deeded by the Nature Conservancy to the County Parks system and is kept as a natural area. There are no services. Occasionally, nature walks are led by the parks department... read more
Park Lyndon
N. Territorial Rd., Manchester
(734) 971-6337
Park Lyndon is a 335-acre park and nature preserve featuring hiking trails, picnic pavilions, and more. Located in the hilly northwestern corner of the county, Park Lyndon contains one of southern Michigan's finest natural area preserves. Over 500 species of plants are... read more
Parker Mill
4650 Geddes Rd., Ann Arbor
(734) 971-6337
Parker Mill is a 28-acre park featuring walking trails, a handicap-accessible wetland boardwalk, interpretive signs, picnic areas and restrooms. The Parker Mill Grist mill is functional and open for tours on weekends in September and October, and group tours are available... read more
Pierce Lake Golf Course
1175 South Main St., Chelsea
(734) 475-5858
Located between the Village of Chelsea and I-94, Pierce Lake Golf Course is easily accessible from the entire southeastern Michigan area. Pierce Lake, designed by Harry F. Bowers, opened in 1996. This 230 acre, 18 hole course offers something for every golfer, regardless... read more
Putt ‘N Glow Recreation Center
3900 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor
(734) 222-1720
Putt 'N Glow Recreation Center offers an 18 hole miniature golf course, 3 party rooms and a small arcade room. The course, designed and built by Bowen Industries, is painted with reflective paint that is illuminated with black lights. Eight of the holes have moving... read more
Putterz Family Entertainment Center
2675 Washtenaw, Ypsilanti
(734) 434-2838
Putterz is a family entertainment center featuring 3-outdoor 18 hole miniature golf courses, outdoor batting cages, a video arcade and a snack bar. Facilities available for parties. Open mid March thru November... read more
Rolling Hills Park & Water Park
7660 Stony Creek Rd., Ypsilanti
(734) 484-9676
This 363-acre park, located east of Ann Arbor, is open year-round from 8 a.m. to dusk and offers 1.8 miles of paved trails, 3 miles of nature trails with rolling terrain, a challenging 18-hole disc golf course, picnic tables and grills, and guided interpretive tours by... read more
Sharon Mills Park
5701 Sharon Hollow Rd., Manchester
(734) 222-9098
Sharon Mills Park, a scenic 6-acre site on the Raisin River was most recently used as a winery. The mill was constructed in 1835 and restored by Henry Ford in the 1930s. It is listed on the state and national Register of Historic Places. Sharon Mills County Park offers... read more
The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village
20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI
800.835.5237
Visit America's Greatest Historical Attraction, located just 40 minutes east of Ann Arbor! With a rich and diverse offering of exhibits, demonstrations, programs and reenactments, The Henry Ford celebrates yesterday’s traditions as well as today’s innovations. Five... read more
University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens
1800 N. Dixboro Rd., Ann Arbor
(734) 647-7600
The University of Michigan's Matthaei Botanical Gardens is regarded as one of Ann Arbor's greatest nature destinations. The gardens are located on Ann Arbor's east side; a 300 acre property containing numerous formal gardens, a 10,000+ square foot indoor conservatory, and... read more
Urban Fairy Doors
Downtown, Ann Arbor
(734) 995-7281
Catch these tiny doors on the front of select area businesses in downtown Ann Arbor. Consult Web site for locations of the Urban Fairy... read more
Washtenaw Community College Towsley Auditorium
4800 E. Huron River Dr. , Ann Abor
(734) 973-3450
Home to college’s musical theater and dance department performances, and also serves as performance venue for renowned Wild Swan children’s theater... read more
Whirly Ball of Ann Arbor
750 Phoenix, Ann Arbor
(734) 975-6909
Gather a group of friends and come over to the Whirly Ball of Ann Arbor for a game of whirly ball; a combination of basketball and Jai-Alai played from an electric bumper car. It's a... read more
Wiard’s Orchard and Country Fairs
5565 Meritt Rd., Ypsilanti
(734) 482-7744
Wiard's Orchard and Country Fairs offers company picnics in the summer. Mid-September through October, Wiard's features apples, pumpkins, country fair, cider mill, donut shop, pies, pony rides (weekends), giant inflatable play structures, and fun for all. October... read more
Wild Swan Theater
410 South Maple, Ann Arbor
(734) 995-0530
Wild Swan has been delighting family audiences with performances that blend storytelling, movement and music into magical accessible experiences. Season runs from October-June at the Towsley Auditorium on campus of Washtenaw Community... read more