Detroit, Michigan Family Attractions
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum (University of Michigan)
219 E. Hurron St.
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
734-995-5439
Not far from Detroit, on the University of Michigan's campus in Ann Arbor, is
the newly expanded Hands-On Museum. On the four floors of the building, there
are 250 hands-on exhibits ranging including watching optical illusions, making
the Bernoulli Ball stay afloat, and creating your own laser show. Part of the
expansion includes a section solely for preschoolers, the Kids at Work Preschool
Gallery.
Belle Isle Park
Jefferson Ave. and Grand Blvd.
Deroit, 48215
313-852-4078
This famous floating park in the middle of the Detroit River was designed by the
same architect who created Central Park in New York City. Visiting the park's
freshwater aquarium, Belle Isle Zoo, and Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory,
your family can spend a whole day just in this park.
Cranbrook Institute of Science
1221 N. Woodward Ave.
Bloomfield Hills, 48304
800-GO-CRANBrook
Parents and children alike can try hands-on experiments to learn about physics,
the laws of motion, and how life works. If dinosaurs excite your family, come
face to face with the only Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton in Michigan. Call before
you visit to learn what exhibits will be offered that day.
Detroit Science Center
5020 John R. St.
Detroit 48202
313-577-8400
Small children with a lot of interesting things to do -- what could be more
perfect? With more than 50 hands-on displays for them, your children can't
complain that they are bored. Take in several experiments, and then watch a
movie in the IMAX Theatre about Egypt or the Rainforest. Just have fun!
Detroit Zoo
8450 W. 10 Miles Road
Royal Oak 48067
248-398-0900
Debuting in 1928 as the first zoo with roam-free areas, the Detroit Zoo is still
going strong. The Arctic Ring of Life is a favorite. Some other exhibits include
domestic farm animals, the Rackham Memorial Fountain, and the Elephant House. If
you become a little tired from all the walking, there is a miniature railroad
that can take your family from one part of the zoo to another for a nominal fee.
Motor Sports Hall of Fame
Novi Expo Center
43700 Expo Center Drive
Novi, MI 48050
810-349-7223
Car lovers, this place is for you! Designed for all ages, from newcomers to the
sport to veterans, the Sports Hall includes everything from Indy cars to
open-wheelers, from driving simulations to mind-boggling automotive displays.
Motown Museum
2648 West Grand Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48208
313-875-2264
Take a tour of the original place where Motown music was born back in the
1960's. See the recording studio where The Supremes and many other Motown
superstars recorded. Find out why this is called "Hitsville, USA"!
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