Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor

Name: Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
Address: 220 E Ann St, Ann Arbor, 48104-1445, United States
Telephone: +1 734-995-5439

#20 among attractions in Ann Arbor

Museum, Children's museum, Neo-renaissance architecture, Science museum

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The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States, specializes in interactive exhibits with the goal of helping both children and adults discover the scientist within them by promoting science literacy through experimentation, exploration, and education. ()

Established: 1978 (47 years ago)Coordinates: 42°16'54"N, 83°44'47"W

Address

220 E Ann StCentral Ann Arbor (Downtown Ann Arbor)Ann Arbor 48104-1445 United States

Contact

+1 734-995-5439

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Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Yost Ice Arena, Nickels Arcade, St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, Kempf House.

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Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Yost Ice Arena, Ann Arbor
26 min walk • Nestled in the bustling college town of Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Yost Ice Arena stands as a historic and beloved icon for ice sports enthusiasts and University of Michigan fans alike. This renowned arena is not just a venue for athletic contests; it's a storied hall...
~1790 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Historic walking areas
Nickels Arcade, Ann Arbor
9 min walk • Nickels Arcade is a commercial building located at 326-330 South State Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
~1980 ftNE
Church
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, Ann Arbor
10 min walk • St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church is a parish of the Roman Catholic Church located in Ann Arbor, Michigan at 530-540 Elizabeth Street. Its historic parish church is listed as a Michigan State Historic Site.
~1140 ftSE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Kempf House, Ann Arbor
6 min walk • The Kempf House Museum, also known as the Henry Bennett House or the Reuben Kempf House, is a museum located at 312 South Division Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It was originally built as a single-family home in 1853. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.
~1400 ftSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Cinema
Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor
7 min walk • The Michigan Theater is a movie palace in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. It shows independent films and stage productions, and hosts musical concerts.
0.4 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Albert Kahn
Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor
11 min walk • Hill Auditorium is the largest performance venue on the University of Michigan campus, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The auditorium was named in honor of Arthur Hill, who served as a regent of the university from 1901 to 1909.
0.4 miSE
Museum, History museum, Romanesque revival architecture
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, Ann Arbor
11 min walk • The Kelsey Museum of Archaeology is a museum of archaeology located on the University of Michigan central campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in the United States.
~1140 ftSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Ark, Ann Arbor
6 min walk • The Ark, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a nationally known acoustic and folk music venue. It has been in existence in various locations since 1965. It currently seats about 400 and features more than 300 live performances each year.
~1400 ftSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Blind Pig, Ann Arbor
7 min walk • The Blind Pig is a music venue in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The club was established as a home for blues musicians, although today it books predominantly indie rock acts and local groups.
~1800 ftSE
Cinema, Theater
State Theater, Ann Arbor
9 min walk • The State Theatre is an operational former movie palace in Ann Arbor, Michigan, designed by C. Howard Crane in the Art Deco style. The State was built by W.S. Butterfield Theaters, which also operated the nearby Michigan Theater.
~620 ftNW
Neoclassical architecture
Washtenaw County Administration Building, Ann Arbor
3 min walk • The Washtenaw County Administration Building is a former post office located at 220 North Main Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The building is now owned by Washtenaw County, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum open?

Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum?

Nearby attractions include Weinmann Block, Ann Arbor (3 min walk), Washtenaw County Administration Building, Ann Arbor (3 min walk), First National Bank Building, Ann Arbor (4 min walk), Jacob Hoffstetter House, Ann Arbor (4 min walk).

How to get to Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum:

Bus

Washtenaw Courthouse • Lines: 30, 31, 91 (2 min walk)
Huron + Main • Lines: 30, 31, 91 (4 min walk)

Train

Ann Arbor (12 min walk)