Attractions in Lansing, Michigan
Amusements
Minibeast Zooseum & Education Center 517-886-0630
6907 West Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI 48906
Unique learning center devoted to "minibeasts," macroinvertebrate animals, including everything from worms to insects. Features an interpretive center, science store,... more info map
Historic Homes & Buildings
State Capitol Building 517-373-2353
North Capitol and West Michigan Avenues, Lansing, MI 48909
Step back in time to the Victorian era at Michigan's award-winning Capitol with features including a glass floor rotunda and nine acres of decorative handpainted... more infoTurner-Dodge House & Heritage Center 517-483-4220
100 East North Street, Lansing, MI 48906
Beautiful Classic Revival architectural style house with features including magnificent Ionic columns, French glass windows, hand-crafted oak woodwork, 12 foot embossed,... more info
Historic Sites & Monuments
Courthouse Square Association 517-543-6999
100 West Lawrence Avenue, Lansing, MI 48813
Located 17 Miles Southwest in Charlotte
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Courthouse Square consists of the 1885 Eaton County Courthouse and the 1873 Sheriff's Residence. The courthouse... more infoMeridian Historical Village 517-347-7300
5151 Marsh Road, Lansing, MI 48805
Located in Okemos
This village provides a glimpse into 19th century and features seven historical buildings including a one-room schoolhouse, farmhouse, barn, blacksmith shop, an inn, and... more info map
Libraries & Research Centers
East Lansing Public Library 517-351-2420
950 Abbott Road, Lansing, MI 48823
Public library providing a variety of books, new and traditional resources, educational programs, and miscellaneous community services. more info map
Museums & Galleries
Kresge Art Museum 517-353-9834
Located at Michigan State University
You will find over 5,000 years of art at this museum including collections and special exhibits in a variety of artistic and cultural themes. Also provides lectures,... more infoLansing Art Gallery 517-374-6400
113 South Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48933
The first permanent art gallery in Lansing, this nonprofit arts organization serves local and state wide artists through monthly exhibitions, educational programs, a... more infoMichigan Library and Historical Center 517-373-3559
702 West Kalamazoo Street, Lansing, MI 48909
Highlights of this center include 26 permanent galleries on four levels depicting the history of Michigan from prehistoric times through the late 20th century. Also... more infoMichigan State University Museum 517-355-7474 or 517-355-2370
West Circle Drive, Lansing, MI 48824
Located at Michigan State University
This museum features three floors of permanent and changing exhibits on natural and cultural history. It is the state's only land-grant university museum. Educational... more info mapMichigan Womens Historical Center & Hall of Fame 517-484-1880
213 West Main Street, Lansing, MI 48933
Charming museum that celebrates Michigan women in its permanent and changing exhibits including works by outstanding Michigan women artists and photographers. more infoMuseum of Surveying 517-484-6605
220 South Museum Drive, Lansing, MI 48933
This museum is the only museum of its kind in the U.S. and it features a collection of historical surveying artifacts. more info mapNokomis Learning Center, The 517-349-5777
5153 Marsh Road, Okemos, MI 48864
Through programs, exhibitions and special events, The Nokomis Learning Center - A Native American Cultural Center helps fulfill its mission of preserving and presenting... more info mapR.E. Olds Transportation Museum 517-372-0529
240 Museum Drive, Lansing, MI 48933
Established by one of Lansing's most prominent citizens, Ransom Eli Olds, this museum is a tribute to the auto industry with features including the very first Oldsmobile... more info map
Parks, Gardens & Zoos
Cooley Gardens 517-483-4277
213 West Main Street, Lansing, MI 48933
Planted over 100 years ago, this is a garden lover's paradise and features a pavilion, park benches, and picnic tables. more info mapFenner Nature Center 517-483-4224
2020 Mount Hope, Lansing, MI 48917
An interactive learning center with features including self-guided nature trails, a visitor center with exhibits, a natural history library, and a gift shop. more infoFrances Park 517-483-4277
2600 Moores River Drive, Lansing, MI 48933
Formal rose garden park featuring 155 varieties of roses plus woodland and Grand River trails. more info mapLouis F. Adado Riverfront Park and Trail System 517-483-4277
300 North Grand Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933
Designed as a downtown festival park, this scenic walkway connects comfortable parks, historic sites, and activity centers for over eight miles. more infoMichigan's 4-H Children's Garden 517-355-0348
103 Bogue Street, Lansing, MI 48823
Located at Michigan State University
Designed especially for children, this delightful garden features a tree house, garden house, an amphitheater, and over 60 themed gardens. It is one of five parts of... more info mapPotter Park Zoo 517-702-4730
1301 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Lansing, MI 48912
Beautifully landscaped 100 acre park, garden, and zoo featuring more than 400 animals from around the world including rhinos, red pandas, tigers, snow leopards, wolves,... more info mapW.J. Beal Botanical Gardens 517-355-1855
201 Marrill Hall, Lansing, MI 48823
Located at Michigan State University
Founded in 1874, this is the oldest continuously operated garden of this type in the U.S. It features over 5,000 species organized in economic, systematic, landscape,... more info
Science & Technology
Abrams Planetarium 517-355-4676
Located at Michigan State University
This sky theatre helps you rediscover the wonders of the universe through astronomy and space science. This planetarium features an exhibit hall, a blacklight gallery... more infoImpression 5 Science Center 517-485-8116
200 Museum Drive, Lansing, MI 48933
Sophisticated hands-on science center featuring a wonderful array of physical and natural world exhibits for all ages. more info map
Tours & Cruises
Michigan Princess Riverboat 517-627-2154
3004 West Main Street, Lansing, MI 48917
Grand River Park
The Michigan Princess provides the best entertainment value in the region with a wide variety of great food and entertainment options. You can also charter the Michigan... more info mapTour Connection 517-882-5275
5859 Saginaw Highway, Lansing, MI 48917
Provides guided and escorted tours of Greater Lansing with customized tour itineraries and motorcoach charters available. more info map
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