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May 23, 2013

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Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum

See listing in the Children section of this guide, under Activities for Kids.

220 E. Ann [map]
995-5439

Argus Museum

Displays Argus photographic and optical equipment, made here from the 1930s-1960s, including the best-selling C3 “brick” camera, rare and specialized models, military products from WWII and the Korean War, and company histories. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., weekends and archive access by appointment.

525 W. William (Argus Building) [map]
769-0770

Cobblestone Farm Museum

This city-owned historic farm re-creates mid-19th-century rural life with living history days and a barnyard with a small collection of farm animals. Farmhouse museum admission: adults $2, families (up to 5) $5, ages 3-17 and seniors 60 & over $1.50. Open by appointment year round and occasional Thurs. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (call ahead to check). cobblestonefarm.org

2781 Packard [map]
794-7120

Great Lakes Zoological Society's World of Discovery

Conservation and rescue center with an indoor zoo featuring reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, birds, and other exhibits. Admission: ages 2 & under, free; ages 3-11 & seniors, $5; and ages 12 & over, $7. Daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m. glzszoo.org

6885 Jackson [map]
734-332-1628

Kempf House Museum

This 1853 Greek Revival house, home of the German-American Kempf family from 1888 to 1953, is furnished with Victorian antiques and many of their musical mementos, including Ann Arbor's first grand piano, an 1877 Steinway. Exhibits of period domestic life, traditional German family Christmas, Valentine teas, and a Wednesday noon lecture series in both spring and fall. Guided tours Sun. 1-4 p.m. late Sept.-mid Dec. and late Mar.-mid May, or by appointment. Admission free, donations appreciated. kempfhousemuseum@gmail.com, kempfhousemuseum.org

312 S. Division [map]
734-994-4898

Michigan Firehouse Museum

Includes a restored 1898 firehouse plus changing exhibits of antique fire trucks, equipment, tools, fire bells, and other memorabilia. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. noon-4 p.m. Adults $5, children 2-16 $3 & children under 2 free. michiganfirehousemuseum.org

110 W. Cross [map]
734-547-0663

Museum on Main Street

The Washtenaw County Historical Society operates this museum in a restored 1830s home surrounded by a 1900-style garden. Several exhibitions per year of furnishings, tools, toys, clothes, and other objects related to county history. Annual holiday show. Sat. & Sun. noon-4 p.m., and by appointment. Groups welcomed. Donations appreciated. washtenawhistory.org

500 N. Main at corner of E. Kingsley & Beakes [map]
662-9092

Parker Mill

County-owned restored 1873 gristmill with its original milling machinery. The surrounding 45-acre park also has one of the area's few remaining log cabins. The mill is open for public tours on select Sundays in Sept.-Oct., programs for school, civic, and community groups available by appointment Apr.-Oct. Free. parks.ewashtenaw.org

4650 Geddes Rd. [map]
971-6337

U-M Detroit Observatory

Built in 1854, this restored observatory retains its original Victorian telescopes. Exhibits highlight the role of this early research facility and 19th-century campus life. Daylight tours once a month or by special arrangement. Night sky viewings during the warmer months (weather permitting). Schedules and further information at bentley.umich.edu/observatory/

1398 E. Ann [map]
734-763-2230

U-M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

Houses a permanent collection of nearly 100,000 artifacts from Greece, Rome, Egypt, and the Near East. Highlights include textiles, glass, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, and artifacts of daily life from Roman Egypt. Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 1-4 p.m. kelseymuse@umich.edu, lsa.umich.edu/kelsey

434 S. State [map]
734-764-9304

U-M Michigan League Galleries

The Beanster’s Gallery exhibits student and professional artwork appropriate for a coffee house setting. The first floor Lobby and Hallway Gallery exhibits works by all artists. Daily 7 a.m.-11 p.m. uminvolvement@umich.edu, campusinvolvement.umich.edu

911 North University [map]
763-5900

U-M Museum of Art

Houses extensive permanent collections of African, American, Asian, and European art as well as many special temporary exhibitions per year. Public programs include artist and curator talks, special campus and community events, docent-led tours, & performing arts, literary arts, films, & fee-based art classes. Tues.- Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission free; $5 donation suggested. umma.umich.edu

525 S. State [map]
734-764-0395

U-M Museum of Natural History

Natural science museum features many exhibits, including Back to the Sea, the country's most comprehensive exhibit on whale evolution. The Hall of Evolution depicts the development of prehistoric life, including a large collection of fossils and dinosaur and mastodon skeletons. The Michigan Wildlife Gallery has extensive collections of local plant and animal life, plus exhibits on environmental issues. The planetarium hosts shows on weekends, most of them suitable for children, and on weekdays for school and community groups. Programs for children include dinosaur and space birthday parties and educational scavenger hunts. Museum hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Museum admission free; donations of $6 encouraged. Groups of more than 10 must reserve in advance and pay a small fee. Planetarium admission $5. dmadaj@umich.edu, lsa.umich.edu/ummnh/

1109 Geddes [map]
734-764-0478

U-M Sindecuse Museum of Dentistry

Exhibits on the history of dentistry, including dental offices of the 1860s to 1940, X-ray technology, children's dentistry, and American women dentists. Free admission. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., closed most major holidays and weekends. dentalmuseum@umich.edu, dent.umich.edu/sindecuse

1011 North University (Kellogg Building, School of Dentistry) [map]
734-763-0767

U-M Stearns Collection of Musical Instruments

More than 2,500 historical and contemporary instruments, many of them beautiful works of art, from all over the world. One of the largest such collections in North America, it was begun in 1899 by Frederick Stearns, a Detroit pharmaceutical manufacturer. Free self-guided tours Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Guided tours by appointment. Their website features an online, searchable catalog. Lectures and recitals throughout the year featuring local and national artists and speakers. Additional displays in the lower level of Hill Auditorium, accessible only during auditorium events. stearns@umich.edu, music.umich.edu/stearns

1100 Baits (Moore Bldg., south wing) [map]
936-2891

Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Museum

Housed in the world's last Hudson dealership, this museum celebrates Ypsilanti's rich automotive manufacturing history, which includes the Chevrolet Corvair and the Tucker. Tues.-Sun. 1-4 p.m. Admission $5, children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult. ypsiautoheritage.org

100 E. Cross [map]
734-482-5200

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