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Great Activities for Kids

Ypsilanti

Rolling Hills Water Park
7660 Stony Creek Rd.
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
734.484.9676 Park


The water park is open daily, weather permitting, from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. Water park passes are sold at the admissions office beginning at 10:45 a.m. each day. The primary attractions at the water park are the wave pool, and the water slides. The lazy river is enjoyed by patrons of all ages, while the spraygrounds are a big hit with our younger guests. The activity pool is very popular with younger children due to its wide zero depth entry, gentle bubblers, geysers, a waterfall and the kiddy slide for children under 45” tall.

   

Ypsilanti

Michigan Firehouse Museum
110 W. Cross St.
Ypsilanti, Michigan
734.547.0663


The Michigan Firehouse Museum is located in the historic firehouse constructed in 1898 which was used by the city of Ypsilanti until 1975. A new 10,000 square foot addition to the historic building was completed in 2002. Exhibits include fire trucks and all manner of fire fighting equipment.

  

Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
220 E. Huron
Ann Arbor, MI
734.996.KIDS


Explore the fascinating world of science. More than 250 hands-on exhibits on four floors invite you to push, pull and experiment for yourself. Entrance fee, Children, under 2 free.

   

Ann Arbor

Cobblestone Farm
2781 Packard
994-2928


This city-owned historic farm re-creates mid-19th-century rural life. Full- and half-day summer camps give children experience in such pioneer activities as building a log cabin, churning butter, and hand-dipping candles. Little Farmhand Adventure Camp introduces 4- and 5-year-olds to farm life and activities. Farm sponsors themed events through-out the year. Museum house open Memorial Day–Labor Day, fourth Sat. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Guided drop-in tours; group tours. Rentals, 971–8789.

  


Ann Arbor

Domino's Petting Farm
24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr.
998-0182


Horses, llamas, goats, pigs, sheep, chickens, donkeys, and cows. Mon.–Fri. 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: adults $5; children ages 2–12, $4.50; children under 2, free. Hayrides included. Pony rides available on weekends. Birthday parties and picnics: call for group rates.

   

Ann Arbor

Planet Rock
82 Aprill Dr.
Ann Arbor,MI 48103
(734) 827-2680


Planet Rock's staff members have been planning, organizing, and facilitating group events since 1994. Special arrangements can be made for groups of 35 participants or more. For more information or help with planning your group event please call Monday through Friday 3pm - 10pm.

  


Ann Arbor

The Scrap Box
581 State Cr.
Ann Arbor, MI


The Scrap Box is open to the public. We have a large assortment of unique materials from businesses and manufacturers: remnants, samples, cut-outs, seconds, and scraps. This good "junk" can be recycled into useful materials for art classes, learning games, science experiments, crafts, and other expressions of creativity.
  

Saline

Rentachler Farm Museum
1265 E. Michigan Ave.
Saline, MI
734.429.9621


This century old farm depicts the life of an American farmer from 1900 to 1950. Museum includes 15 working exhibits in 10 barns and farm house and live farm animals. Sat & Sun 10am-4pm.


Saline

Weber_Blaess School
520 E. Woodland Drive
Saline, MI


This one-room schoolhouse from the 1860's was donated to the Saline Area schools and in 2002 it was moved to its current site. The schoolhouse has been made into an interactive museum with many historical artifacts, including desks and furnishings. Teachers have developed individualized curriculum for Weber-Blaess enabling students to experience different eras, and a rich varied sampling of the early days of education in a one-room schoolhouse.

  

Chelsea

Eddy Discovery Center
(Geology Center)
16345 McClure Rd.
Chelsea, MI
734.475.3170


Geological samples from Michigan and the Midwest. Demonstrations, classes. Part of Waterloo Recreation Area. Park permit required.

  

Dexter

Spring Valley Trout Farm
12190 Island Lake Rd.
Dexter, MI
734.426.4772


Great for kids and adults alike! For an enjoyable fun filled afternoon, load up the car with family or friends and enjoy an afternoon at Spring Valley Trout Farm. Spring Valley stocks its spring fed pollution free ponds weekly with fish grown right on the farm. We guarantee a catch on every outing. Authentic hand hewn log cabin fishing lodge with snack bar and restroom facilities. Picnic Pavilion with barbecue grills will seat over 100 people. Group reservations accepted. The staff will even fillet your fish for you!

  



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