For the most part, this category is for websites representing attractions, events, sports, and recreational opportunities in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Museums and historical places within the city are appropriate for this category. Examples in Ann Arbor include the University of Michigan's Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, the U of M Museum of Natural History, the Cobblestone Farm Museum, the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, and the Museum on Main Street.
There are several libraries in Ann Arbor, all of which would be suitable for this category. These include the Ann Arbor District Library or any of its branches, the Gerald Ford Presidential Library, Taubman Health Sciences Library, William L. Clements Library, Traverwood Public Library, Bentley Historical Library, and others.
The Ann Arbor Art Center, WSG Gallery, Pierre Paul Art Gallery, Roeda Studio, and any of several other art galleries or exhibitions in Ann Arbor may be listed here.
Being a university town, there are several theaters, or theatres, in Ann Arbor, and any of these would be on-topic here, whether they are engaged in live theatrical or musical productions, or recorded movies. In other words, cinemas may be included here, as well.
Websites representing any of Ann Arbor's parks and recreational areas may be listed here. These might include designated walking or biking trails, as well as waterfront areas.
Entertainment venues, whether public or private, may be included here, even if they are for-profit businesses, such as bowling alleys, golf courses, arcades, or amusement centers.
Sports leagues, teams, programs, or facilities within the city may be part of this category, whether they are sponsored by the city's sports and recreation department, by a non-profit youth or community organization, a public school district or university, or a professional ball club.
Websites promoting festivals, concerts, or other events in Ann Arbor are listed here too. These too, may be sponsored by the city, school, university, community organization, or even a private business or company.
Things to do and places to go in Ann Arbor are the focus of this category.
Recommended Resources
Founded in 2005, the Ann Arbor A’s is a Travel Baseball program that fields several teams that participate in the Kensington Valley Baseball and Softball Association, playing 18-20 league games from mid-April through July. Teams also participate in local and national tournaments. Its teams, tryout schedules and policies, and a calendar of events are posted to the site, along with a profile of the program, highlights of their achievements, and contact data.
https://www.annarboras.com/
Organized in 1909 as the Ann Arbor Art Association, the organization serves artists and the Ann Arbor community through retail, exhibitions, education, and community engagement. Its location and hours are posted to the site, along with its board of directors, staff, and contacts. Rather than confining its work to one area, the Art Center presents a range of art experiences at various locations around town, as well as at the Center. An online shopping area is included.
https://www.annarborartcenter.org/
The public library in Ann Arbor serves thousands of people within its service area, offering millions of books, movies, music, and other items, as well as a host of services offered at the library and its branches, such as print and electronic reference resources, fiber-optic Internet or WiFi services, computer and Internet training, various exhibits, and events. Its locations, collections, services, and a calendar of events are published to the site, along with online resources.
https://aadl.org/
Founded in 1963, the Ann Arbor, Michigan film festival is a forum for independent filmmakers and artists. The six-day annual festival features about forty programs, with more than one hundred and eighty films from several countries, including experimental, animation, documentary, fiction, and performance-based projects. Awards, special programs, prominent artists, and partnerships are highlighted, along with schedules and an online shopping area.
https://www.aafilmfest.org/
The mission of the Ann Arbor, Michigan museum is to provide moments of discovery, inspiring curiosity, exploration, and respect for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), and the natural world. Housed in a historic firehouse in downtown Ann Arbor, the museum is open to children and offers discounted or free admission children with various needs, which are outlined here. Its location, hours of operation, admission policies, and membership information is provided.
https://www.aahom.org/
Most of the free summer activities are held at Top of the Park on Ingalls Mall and Washington Street. Directions are given. The Ann Arbor Summer Festival is an independent, non-profit that facilitates the music festival, which has been held since 1984 and, in recent years, has produced two concurrent programs, one indoor and one outdoor. A calendar of events is published to the site, and advertising and performer opportunities may be available.
https://a2sf.org/
Situated on Jackson Road in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the bowling facility is open seven days a week. Directions, hours of operation, and details about the types of bowling available on a given day are included, including league bowling, space for corporate groups and events, and its in-house cafe and bar. Weekly drink specials, bowling specials, and cafe menus are posted to the site. A calendar of events, contact information, and employment opportunities are included.
https://www.belmarklanes.com/
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
The Presidential Library collects, preserves, and makes accessible to the public a body of archival materials relating to the Ford administration, as well as sponsoring events, speakers, book signings, forums, and educational workshops. The core of the museum is the permanent exhibit, which allows visitors to view highlights from the President and Mrs. Ford’s lives, as well as a variety of family-friendly events and lectures, while the Museum Store offers items relating to Ford’s presidency.
https://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov/
Located on the central campus of the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, the museum occupies two connected buildings, Newberry Hall and the William E. Upjohn Exhibit Wing. Open every day, admission is free on Mondays. A history of the museum is presented, along with its galleries and special exhibitions, many of which may be viewed online, and the museum provides a range of programs and resources for university students, K-12 educators, and schools, as well as the general public.
https://lsa.umich.edu/kelsey/
Offering diverse programming arts experiences, as well as monthly rotating art exhibits, the facility features an L-shaped concert hall with a prized German Steinway. Built before 1860, the building was a home for various Ann Arbor families in what was once an industrial and working-class neighborhood. Its history and a profile of the Concert House and organization are put forth, with a calendar of events, an overview of its art gallery. and information about supporting the House.
http://www.kerrytownconcerthouse.com/
Library, University of Michigan
The UM library’s purpose is to support, enhance, and collaborate in the instructional, research, and service activities of the university’s faculty, students, and staff. Its location on campus is provided, along with its hours of operation, a list of library services, collections, and exhibits. Library floor plans are featured, and a staff directory, job opportunities, projects, initiatives, grants, and sponsored projects are featured, and its strategic directives are included.
https://www.lib.umich.edu/
Started with an 80-person kickball league in 2013, the league has since added other sports and locations, but with an emphasis on the social benefits. Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, its office hours and telephone number are published to the site, which includes information on player perks, full team discounts, shirt color options, fees and referrals, and signing up as a small group, as well as player terms and conditions, house rules, and online registration.
https://milifea2.com/
