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February 07, 2012

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Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum

See listing in the Children section of this guide, under Activities for Kids, p.28.

Argus Museum

Displays Argus photographic and optical equipment, made here from the 1930s-1950s, 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

This city-owned historic farm re-creates mid-19th-century rural life with living history days, pioneer living exhibits, and a barnyard with a small collection of farm animals. Farmhouse museum admission: adults $2, families (up to 5) $6, ages 3-17 and seniors 60 & over $1.50. Open the last Sat. May-Sept. and by appointment year round. cobblestonefarm.org

2781 Packard [map]
794-7120

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. Sept.-Dec. and Mar.-May, or by appointment. Admission free, donations appreciated. kempfhousemuseum@gmail.com, kempfhousemuseum.org

312 S. Division [map]
994-4898

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 [map]
662-9092

Parker Mill

County-owned restored 1873 gristmill with its original milling machinery. The surrounding 26-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 twice a month or by special arrangement. Night sky viewings during the warmer months (weather permitting). Schedules and further information at bentley.umich.edu - follow the links to "Detroit Observatory."

1398 E. Ann [map]
763-2230

U-M Exhibit 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 encouraged. Groups of more than 10 must reserve in advance and pay a small fee. Planetarium admission $5. dmadaj@umich.edu, lsa.umich.edu/exhibitmuseum

1109 Geddes [map]
764-0478

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]
764-9304

U-M Museum of Art

Houses extensive permanent collections of African, American, Asian, and European art as well as many temporary exhibits per year. Public programs include performing arts, literary arts, films, and art classes, as well as docent-led tours, artist and curator talks, and special campus and community events. Tues.- Sat. 10 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]
764-0395

U-M Sindecuse Museum of Dentistry

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

1011 N. University (located within the Kellogg Building, School of Dentistry) [map]
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 pharmaceutical manufacturer. Free self-guided tours Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Guided tours by appointment. 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/research/stearns_collection/index.htm

Moore Bldg., south wing, 1100 Baits
936-2891

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