Ann Arbor, Michigan offers countless activities to enjoy while staying at the Kensington Court. The Kensington Court Ann Arbor is located directly across from Briarwood Shopping Mall, and just minutes from downtown Ann Arbor, the University of Michigan, The University of Michigan Medical Center, and Michigan athletic facilities Michigan Stadium, Yost Ice Arena, and Crisler Arena. |
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In a city known for its culture, The Kensington Court Ann Arbor is a great central location to theatres, museums, art galleries, shops, bookstores, restaurants, and a wide array of activities. Whether visiting the University of Michigan, or stopping through on your way to Detroit Metro Airport, the Kensington Court Ann Arbor offers fabulous hospitality for corporate and family travelers alike. |
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Local Attractions Ann Arbor Art Center Specializing in art of all kinds by local artist, the Art Center also hosts art classes for children and adults. Open daily 10 am to 6 pm. Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase One of Ann Arbor’s most unique entertainment venues, the Showcase was called “one of the best clubs between the coasts” by Rolling Stone magazine. Ann Arbor Farmer’s Market Offers locally produced vegetables, fruit, flowers, cider, bedding plants, crafts, baked goods, jam, honey and maple syrup. Open Saturdays only from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. January to April; Wednesdays and Saturdays 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. from May to December. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum This family-friendly museum features more than 250 interactive science and technology exhibits. Open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m. Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra The world-class Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra performs orchestral and choral works including University of Michigan student compositions and the annual Mozart Birthday Bash. Season runs September – April. Visit the symphony web site for more information about upcoming performances. Barclay Gallery Features Japanese woodblock prints, model ships, Vargas pin-up girls and clothing. Museum-quality custom framing is available. Open Tuesday through Friday 2 to 8 pm; Saturday 11 am to 7 pm; Sunday 12 to 5 pm. Clay Gallery This 25-member cooperative makes sculptural and functional ceramic and clay art. Open Monday through Thursday from 11 am to 8 pm; Friday & Saturday from 11 am to 9 pm; Sunday from noon to 5 pm. Cobblestone Farm This restored mid-19th century farm provides visitors a glimpse of past rural life in Washtenaw County and offers guided tours and special programs. Call for hours. Domino’s Petting Farm This 25-acre petting farm also offers hayrides and pony rides. Open Monday through Friday 9:30 am to 4 pm; Saturday and Sunday 10:30 am to 5 pm. Gallery Project An artist-operated contemporary art gallery that features theme exhibitions. Open Tuesday through Saturday from Noon to 9 pm; Sunday from Noon to 4 pm. Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library The Library’s collection includes archival materials on U.S. domestic and foreign affairs during the Cold War. Open Monday through Friday 8:45 am to 4:45 pm. Kerrytown Shops A trio of century-old buildings with shops, cafes, bricks, beams, benches, an old-fashioned indoor market, and a tower of 17 European crafted bells. The shops are open 10 am to 6 pm Monday through Friday; 9 am to 5 pm Saturday; 11 am to 5 pm Sunday. Lake Forest Golf Club The club is located just three miles from the city center and offers a full practice center. Leslie Science and Nature Center This former home and laboratory of Eugene and Emily Leslie features a critter house, raptor enclosures and hiking trails. Call or visit web site for hours. Michigan Theater The historic Michigan Theater was built in 1928 and currently hosts live performances and independent films. The theater also houses one of the only surviving theater pipe organs, which is played before many shows. Nickels Arcade A City of Ann Arbor and National Historic Landmark, the Arcade is a collection of stores and specialty shops housed in a gallery between historic buildings. Performance Network Ann Arbor’s premier professional theater, the Performance Network produces their professional season September – May. Call or visit their web site for current shows. Selo Shevel Gallery Specializing in hand crafted American and imported folk art blown in glass, ceramics, woodwork, custom jewelry, wearable textiles and other mixed media. Open Monday through Thursday 11 am to 7 pm; Friday 11 am to 10 pm, Saturday 11 am to 10 pm, Sunday 12 to 6 pm. Stonebridge Golf Club An 18-hole championship golf course that offers practice putting greens and a driving range. University Musical Society One of the oldest performing arts presenters in the country, the University Musical Society produces music, dance and theater September through April. Visit the web site for performance schedule. University of Michigan Archaeological Museum – Kelsey Museum The Kelsey Museum is an elegant, Romanesque building housing an enormous collection of antiquities from Mediterranean civilizations. Two permanent exhibitions display objects from Greece, Etruria and Rome, as well as Egypt and the Near East. Open Tuesday through Friday from 9 am to 4 pm; Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm. University of Michigan Law School Library and Law Quadrangle Courtyard Built in 1817, the year the University was founded, this architectural wonder is a must see! Call the library or visit the web site for current hours. University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum Includes formal outdoor gardens, a 10,000 square foot indoor conservatory, and miles of hiking trails. The conservatory and Garden shop are open Monday 10 am to 4:30 pm; Tuesday 10 am to 4:30 pm; Wednesday 10 am to 8 pm; Thursday - Sunday 10 am to 4:30 pm. University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) The UMMA collection includes a wide variety of African, American, Asian, European, Middle Eastern and Modern art, and features artists such as Delacroix, Monet, Rembrandt, Peale and Whistler. The museum has been recently renovated and houses one of the finest collections of prints in the world. Regular hours are 10 am to 5 pm Tuesday through Saturday; 12 to 5 pm on Sundays. University of Michigan Natural History Museum – Exhibit Museum The Exhibit Museum collection includes a full-size dinosaur skeleton and a planetarium. Open 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday; 12 to 5 pm Sundays. University of Michigan Stadium The “Big House” is the nation’s largest football stadium and home to the UM Wolverines. Washington Street Gallery Exhibits original fine art including paintings, prints, drawings, sculpture, ceramics and art glass. Open Tuesday and Wednesday 12 pm to 6 pm; Thursday through Saturday 12 to 10 pm; Sunday 12 to 5 pm. Wild Swan Theater This professional theater produces family-friendly shows that engage audiences of all ages. Visit the web site for performance information. Zingerman’s Deli A nationally known, up-scale delicatessen, Zingerman’s offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner and is well known for mouth-watering, meal-sized sandwiches. Eat in or carryout. The deli also features a Coffee Shop and Grocery Store including breads, cheeses, cut meats, sauces, pastas, mustards, and vinegars. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Serving breakfast until 11 a.m. |
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Nearby Attractions Chelsea Teddy Bear Company Factory Chelsea Teddy Bear Company Factory tours show how teddy bears are made and the history of teddy bears. The factory store also features the world’s largest real teddy bear. The store is open 10 am to 6 pm Monday through Saturday; Noon to 5 pm Sunday. Public tours are offered on Saturdays at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm. Detroit Institute of Arts The DIA is composed of over 100 galleries and its diverse collection is considered one of the top six in the United States. Exhibits include American, European, Modern and Contemporary, and Graphic art. The collection also features African, Asian, Native American, Oceanic, Islamic and Ancient art. Open Wednesday and Thursday from 10 am to 4 pm; Friday from 10 am to 10 pm; Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. Detroit Zoo The Detroit Zoo houses over 1,500 animals of 260 species. Exhibits include the Arctic Ring of Life, Australian Outback Adventure, Great Apes of Harambee, National Amphibian Conservation Center, Holden Museum of Living Reptiles, Penguinarium and Butterfly Garden. The zoo is open 362 days a year. Visit web site for current hours. Cabela’s The Cabela’s outfitting store and showroom features education animal and wildlife displays, including large aquariums. Open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 9 pm; Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village The museum’s historical attractions include the chair in which President Lincoln was sitting when he was assassinated and the Rosa Parks bus. The village features 83 authentic, historic structures, including the Wright brothers’ workshop. Costumed interpreters and artisans demonstrate the day-to-day life of 19th century American. The museum is open 7 days a week 9:30 am to 5 pm; the village is open 9:30 am to 5 pm seven days a week from April 15th to November 1st. IKEA Canton Michigan’s only IKEA location features a restaurant, marketplace and extensive showroom. Open Monday through Saturday 10 am to 9 pm; Sunday 11 am to 7 pm. Michigan International Speedway The speedway seats 119,500 and hosts NASCAR races. Visit the web site for event information. Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit MOCAD hosts multiple exhibitions each year featuring artists at the forefront of the contemporary art scene, as well as concerts, lectures and family programs. Open Wednesday, Saturday, & Sunday from 11 - 5 pm; Thursday & Friday from 11 - 8 pm. Purple Rose Theatre Company This professional, non-profit theater founded by Jeff Daniels produces a year-round season of both new and classic plays. Renaissance Center The 73-storey GM Renaissance Center dominates the Detroit skyline and houses dozens of stores and restaurants, four movie theaters and more. Rolling Hills Water Park Features a wave pool, lazy river, water slides and more. Open daily from the Saturday of Memorial Weekend through Labor Day 11:00 am to 8:00 pm weekends and 11:00 am to 7:00 pm weekdays. Toledo Zoo The Toledo Zoo houses over 6,000 animals and is considered one of the world’s most complete zoos. Open daily 10 am to 4 pm from Labor Day to Memorial Day, 10 am to 5 pm Memorial Day to Labor Day; 10 am to 5 pm May and September weekends; 10 am to 4 pm May and September weekdays. |
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