The University of Michigan campus is home to several museums, galleries and other attractions for the entire family. Stop by the Museum of Natural History or the Center for the History of Medicine if you are into science, or head to the University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) and the Stearns Collection of Musical Instruments if you prefer to explore the arts. Bring the family to the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum and learn about media, lights and optics, the human body and more. If you have young kids, do not forget to visit the Preschool Gallery, where children can play dress-up and pretend to be firefighters. For a bit of the outdoors, visit the Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum. You will find more than 300 acres of nature, hiking trails, flower gardens and a conservatory.
The Hudson Hills Metropark offers a glimpse of wildlife and plenty of outdoor activities without ever leaving the city. Explore the hiking or biking trails, rent a canoe or kayak to enjoy the lake or try the 18-hole disc golf course. There is also a softball court and plenty of areas for picnicking. If you are looking for some hustle and bustle, Main Street will not disappoint. Try some of the best restaurants in town, shop for souvenirs or simply enjoy the manicured streets while taking an afternoon stroll. Kerrytown is another great area for shopping and eating, but this neighborhood is most famous for its farmers market. In addition to produce, you will find unique handicrafts, handmade paper, beauty products and much more.
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