MICHIGAN: THE Great Lakes STATE
BY CLAY LARROY
We seem to be experiencing a lot of rain this summer in
our country. Some people might be put
off by the rain when it comes to taking a vacation and think that there is not much to do in the rain. However, if you are going
to vacation in a city, rain or not
there is so much to do. You can visit places you have not seen before museums,
arcades, shopping malls, theaters, restaurants and movies for new experiences. So
do not be put off by rain enjoy new sights on your vacations. When you need to plan a vacation contact me!
Ann Arbor , "Tree Town"
The Ann Arbor
area is the state’s rare jewel: a small, friendly town with big city
sophistication; a world-class educational and high-tech research center nestled
in a peaceful rural setting; a close-knit community of charming neighborhoods
with a rich mix of cultures.
Although
geographically small, the area is perhaps most renowned for its cultural
offerings. From exclusive art exhibits to performances by jazz legends, there
are abundant opportunities to enjoy arts and culture. More than 30 independent
bookstores, dozens of unique galleries, and a variety of top-notch museums;
including the newly-renovated University of Michigan Museum of Art — are all
within the downtown limits.
The Ann Arbor
area also offers a bounty of recreational activities for those looking to golf,
hike, or cycle, and three metroparks are within a short drive of the city
center. In the warmer months, the area offers an array of street festivals and
outdoor fairs. The award-winning Ann Arbor Art Fairs draw an annual crowd of
nearly 500,000 as the streets of downtown are transformed into an outdoor art
gallery. In the fall, football Saturdays are more than just events — they are
experiences, as more than 100,000 people fill "The Big House" to
watch the Wolverines. In the winter, holiday light festivals and the Ann Arbor
Folk Festival are always crowd pleasers.
Dining
aficionados will appreciate the nearly 300 restaurants within a 20-mile radius
of Ann Arbor. Options range from old-fashioned Italian bistros to trendy,
contemporary American restaurants. Many offer alfresco dining in the warmer
months, which, when combined with the array of jazz and dance clubs in the
area, makes downtown Ann Arbor a vibrant destination for nightlife.
FAST FACTS
- Population - Ann Arbor:
114,024, including the student population of the University of Michigan.
- Size - 28.2 square miles
- Average Age - 27.3 years
(almost 25% of Ann Arborites are between 18 and 24)
- Education - 64.2 percent have
four years of college or more
- Weather - averages 31.25 inches
of precipitation and 37.3 inches of snow
- Avg. high 58.1 degrees Fahrenheit / avg. low 39.4 degrees Fahrenheit
HISTORY LESSON
Ann Arbor was
founded in 1824 when John Allen and Elisha Rumsey left Detroit on a one-horse
sleigh and headed west to establish a new community. Originally registered as
Annarbour, it is believed that the "Ann" honors their wives Ann and
Mary Ann and "arbour" refers to a grove or shady opening found in the
Michigan woods. Eventually the words were separated and the town became known
as Ann Arbor - it remains the only city in the world with that name.
220 E. Ann St.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
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 teacher.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
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 teacher.
24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
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 weekends.
6885 Jackson Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
The Great Lakes Zoological Society's Conservation & Rescue
Center (A World of Discovery) in Ann Arbor, Michigan is a family destination.
It's an indoor zoo experience featuring reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates,
birds, and other exhibits.
3200 Jennings Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48189
Ann Arbor, MI 48189
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...
3900 Jackson Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Jungle Java is a jungle-themed indoor play center that caters to children and parents. Play areas are designed to accommodate parents who want to play along with their kids. Parents can also relax with a cup of coffee in the cafe while the kids play.
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Jungle Java is a jungle-themed indoor play center that caters to children and parents. Play areas are designed to accommodate parents who want to play along with their kids. Parents can also relax with a cup of coffee in the cafe while the kids play.
1831 Traver Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
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
Pontiac Trail west of Dixboro Rd
Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI
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.
East Delhi Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI
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.
4650 Geddes Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI
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.
120 East Huron St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Performance Network Theatre, Ann Arbor's professional
theatre, is located in the heart of downtown with an intimate space that
delivers revived classics, blockbuster musicals, world premieres, and
thought-provoking new plays.
1800 N. Dixboro Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI
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.
Ann Arbor, MI
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.
1109 Geddes Ave.
Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI
University of Michigan Museum of Natural History and
Planetarium houses the state’s largest collection of dinosaur skeletons and
displays highlighting Michigan’s prehistoric past. The Planetarium offers a
360-degree domed screen that surrounds.
4800 E. Huron River Dr.
Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI
Home to college’s musical theater and dance department
performances, and also serves as performance venue for renowned Wild Swan
children’s theater company.
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 blast.
410 South Maple
Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI
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 College.
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