Ann Arbor MI Cheap and Free Things To Do and Attractions

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ANichols Arboretum

  • 1600 Washington Heights
    Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  • +1 734 647 7600
4.5
12+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Overview The Nichols Arboretum of the University of Michigan is home to hundreds of species of plants native to Michigan, among others.But while your budding ecologist might like to learn some new plant names and genuses, the main fun here is the freedom of open romping amongst the area's trees, plants, a... more on GoCityKids.com
  • Overview Begun in 1907, this masterfully created arboretum offers a vast assortment of native and exotic trees and shrubs with trails bringing visitors to one scene after another in one of the richest landscapes in the region. Dogs are allowed throughout the arboretum; they are not allowed in any building... more on DogFriendly.com

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Nichols Arboretum
1600 Washington Heights
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

BKempf House Museum

  • 312 S. Division St.
    Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  • +1 734 994 4898
  • Overview This 1853 building was designed in a ancient Greek motif. It was once the home of local musicians Reuben H. and Pauline Widenmann ... more on TripAdvisor
  • Overview Kempf House Museum, built in 1853, is an excellent example of the Greek Revival style. You are invited to visit the house, learn about Ann Arbor's early history, and see how the Kempfs lived in the 1800s. Visitors to the Kempf House Museum will delight in seeing how a busy German-American family ... more on Kempfhousemuseum.org/

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Kempf House Museum
312 S. Division St.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

CAnn Arbor Hands On Museum

  • 220 E Ann St
    Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  • +1 734 995 5439
4.0
4+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Overview Encase yourself in a giant bubble, climb the musical stairs, and put your hand through a tornado at the Ann Arbor Hands-on Museum. Experience Sciencepalooza, a science street fair filled with hands-on activities, special guests, and demonstrations held the first weekend of every month (free with ... more on GoCityKids.com
  • Overview Everyone gets creative in this interactive science and technology museum, featuring engaging exhibits in subjects ... more on Tripadvisor.com

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Ann Arbor Hands On Museum
220 E Ann St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

DBandemer Park

  • 1352 Lakeshore Dr
    Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1057
  • +1 734 994 2780
4.5
2+ reviews, 1 sources
  • The fabulousness of the Ann Arbor parks system is not that any specific park is so great (though some of them are) but the connectivity between the parks ... more on Yelp
  • Overview Bandemer Park is new to the park system and is a natural area along the Huron River that is 40 acres in size. The park is accessed off North Main at Lake Shore Drive and off Barton Drive where it meets Whitmore Lake Road. The park features accessible trails through the main body of the park, rest... more on A2gov.org

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Bandemer Park
1352 Lakeshore Dr
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1057

EMatthaei Botanical Gardens

  • 1800 N. Dixboro Road
    Ann Arbor, MI 48105
  • +1 734 647 7600
5.0
8+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Overview A 300-acre garden with a variety of outdoor displays and nature trails for exploring. more on TripAdvisor
  • Overview Escape from the city and enjoy the peaceful gardens, conservatory, and miles of nature trails at Matthaei Botanical Gardens.Throw an unforgettable garden party - Matthaei has rooms with tables and chairs for up to 100 people. Food can be brought in. Call 734.647.7808 for more information.Yearning... more on GoCityKids.com

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Matthaei Botanical Gardens
1800 N. Dixboro Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48105

FCobblestone Farm Museum

  • 2781 Packard Road
    Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9979
  • 7349942928
4.5
5+ reviews, 2 sources
  • A few minor downsides first: The museum's website isn't terribly informative about when the museum or the general complex of buildings is open. I spoke ... more on Yelp
  • I used to really like this place as a kid. I loved touring the house and seeing how people lived in the "olden" days. I was always curious about those ... more on Yelp

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Cobblestone Farm Museum
2781 Packard Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9979

GJean Paul Slusser Gallery

  • 2000 Bonisteel Blvd
    Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2069
  • +1 734 936 2082
  • Overview Works by students and faculty from the School of Art and Design and the College of Architecture. more on Michigan.org

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Jean Paul Slusser Gallery
2000 Bonisteel Blvd
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2069

HUniversity of Michigan Museum of Art

  • 1301 South University
    Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104
  • 7347640478
4.0
8+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Overview The Exhibit Museum of Natural History is located on the University of Michigan Ann Arbor campus and is an unit with in the College ... more on MuseumStuff.com
  • Overview The University of Michigan Museum of Paleontology is a research museum devoted to study of the history of life, interpretation of its meaning, and sharing these experiences with students. The Museum is the intellectual home of paleontology at Michigan. It provides staff, laboratory, and field sup... more on MuseumStuff.com

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University of Michigan Museum of Art
1301 South University
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104

IColonial Lanes

  • 1950 South Industrial
    Ann Arbor, MI 48104-4614
  • 7346654474
4.0
12+ reviews, 2 sources
  • they have the best lanes in washtenaw county. staff is knowledgable and helpful. the bar/restaurant is fantastic with a great menu and very reasonable prices. no riff raff customers, even late at night. im not sure who these people are that ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • This is fun place to come with a bunch of friends when your looking for something else to do. You don't need to know how to bowl or even like to bowl. ... more on Yelp

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Colonial Lanes
1950 South Industrial
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-4614

JLeslie Science Center

  • 1831 Traver Road
    Ann Arbor, MI 48105-1240
  • +1 734 997 1553
  • Good organization. Very exciting. I could not recomend any improvements. It is a very nice place. Very accomidating to the handicaped population. I'm glad ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Excellent camps. Perfect summer camp for kids. My child loved going on hikes, getting wet, building forts, tye-dieing t-shirts, and doing ... more on Yahoo! Travel

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Leslie Science Center
1831 Traver Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48105-1240