Free & Cheap Things To Do With Kids

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Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum

Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum

Interactive learning locale for kids. Colorful, 4-story space invites children to play & learn through 250+ science-focused exhibits.

220 E Ann St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, United States

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

Mediterranean & Near East objects & art. Small museum with entry by donation highlighting ancient & medieval artifacts with tours & lectures.

434 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, United States

University of Michigan Museum of Art

University of Michigan Museum of Art

Modern environs for diverse collections. Spacious galleries house a sizable collection of rotating artworks that span centuries & the globe.

525 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, United States

University of Michigan Museum of Natural History

University of Michigan Museum of Natural History

Museum focused on prehistoric life. University museum known for its exhibits on prehistoric life, popular with children.

1105 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, United States

Judy & Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor

Judy & Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor

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entrance on, 1398 E Ann St, Observatory St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, United States

Argo Nature Area

Argo Nature Area

Waterside park with canoe/kayak rental. Riverfront park featuring canoe, kayak & paddleboat rentals, a boat launch & biking/hiking trails.

Longshore Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, United States

Fuller Park

Fuller Park

Play area with a pool & soccer fields. This 60-acre community resource for sports features fields, plus a pool, playground & picnic areas.

1519 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, United States

University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum

University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum

Flower garden for walks & photos. Tranquil garden with spring-blooming flowers, popular for quiet walks, painting & photography.

1610 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, United States

Island Park

Island Park

Riverfront area with play & picnic spots. Riverside recreation space offering ample picnic areas with BBQ grills, playgrounds & walking paths.

1420 Island Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Bandemer Nature Area

Bandemer Nature Area

Natural area with trails. Riverfront natural area with trails, picnic facilities & activities such as fishing & canoeing.

1352 Lake Shore Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, United States

Leslie Science & Nature Center

Leslie Science & Nature Center

Wildlife enclosures & education programs. Natural space with trails, raptor enclosures, a Critter House & public programs for all ages.

1831 Traver Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, United States

Furstenberg Nature Area

Furstenberg Nature Area

Nature area with boardwalk & picnic area. Scenic 38-acre wetlands & woodlands park, with picnic tables, a boardwalk & walking paths.

2626 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, United States

County Farm Park

County Farm Park

Large park with gardens & play areas. Green county park featuring a wooded area, fitness trails, gardens, playgrounds & picnic pavilions.

2230 Platt Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, United States

Decode Ann Arbor - #2 in the USA

Decode Ann Arbor - #2 in the USA

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3170 Packard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, United States

Domino’s Farms Petting Farm

Domino’s Farms Petting Farm

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3001 Earhart Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48106, United States

Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Matthaei Botanical Gardens

Gardens, conservatory & gift shop. Offering sprawling gardens, woods & prairies, plus a visitors center, gift shop & conservatory.

1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, United States

Cherry Hill Nature Preserve

Cherry Hill Nature Preserve

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6375 Cherry Hill Rd, Superior Township, MI 48198, United States

Frog Island Park

Frog Island Park

Recreational sports & a community garden. 5-acre green space with an amphitheater & a community garden, plus a soccer field & running track.

699 Rice St, Ypsilanti, MI 48198, United States

Riverside Park

Riverside Park

Park with a bike trail & fishing. Community park hosting regular local events as well as offering fishing & biking trails.

2 E Cross St, Ypsilanti, MI 48198, United States

Central City Park

Central City Park

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36601 Ford Rd, Westland, MI 48185, United States

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