Name: Ann Arbor Art Center
Address: 117 W Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104

Established in 1909, Ann Arbor Art Center is one of the oldest and most respected community arts organizations in Michigan. The center houses three rotating exhibition galleries, hands-on art education studios, and a gallery shop featuring original artwork from local and regional artists.

Ann Arbor Art Center

Ann Arbor is a dynamic mix of energy and charm—a bustling university town, [a foodie’s paradise](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/), and a cutting-edge tech hub, all wrapped in a [walkable downtown](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/downtown/) bursting with [world-class arts and culture.](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/) Located in Michigan’s southeast Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor is the heartbeat of a vibrant [network of communities](https://www.annarbor.org/surrounding-destinations/) across Washtenaw County. With its creative spirit, diverse flavors, and unique neighborhoods, Ann Arbor shines as a exciting oasis.

Whatever your passion, the Ann Arbor area has something to ignite it. Savor world-class cuisine, explore nature’s stunning landscapes, discover eclectic boutiques, and dive into museums rich with history. Enjoy thrilling sports, captivating arts, and a culture that’s vibrant and welcoming.

Our visitors flock to the area for a variety of reasons. But there’s one thing they can agree upon: There’s so much to see and do, one day is simply not enough. [Get inspired for your Ann Arbor area getaway](https://www.annarbor.org/plan/visitors-guide/ "Get inspired for your Ann Arbor area getaway").

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Ann Arbor is a dynamic mix of energy and charm—a bustling university town, [a foodie’s paradise](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/), and a cutting-edge tech hub, all wrapped in a [walkable downtown](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/downtown/) bursting with [world-class arts and culture.](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/) Located in Michigan’s southeast Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor is the heartbeat of a vibrant [network of communities](https://www.annarbor.org/surrounding-destinations/) across Washtenaw County. With its creative spirit, diverse flavors, and unique neighborhoods, Ann Arbor shines as a exciting oasis.

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The [Ann Arbor Sports Commission](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/ "Ann Arbor Sports Commission") works diligently to improve the quality of life through sports for all of Washtenaw County. The [Ann Arbor area](https://www.annarbor.org/ "Ann Arbor area") attracts both sports enthusiasts and participants alike. Thanks to its [easy accessibility](https://www.annarbor.org/plan/getting-here-getting-around/ "easy accessibility"), [wide range of facilities](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/facilities-venues/ "wide range of facilities") available and variety of [dining](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "dining") & [entertainment](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/ "entertainment") options, the Ann Arbor area is a favorite of sporting event organizations. The area has a rich sporting culture seeding in the history of two Division 1 athletic programs ([University of Michigan](https://www.annarbor.org/university-of-michigan/ "University of Michigan") and Eastern Michigan University) and several other small institutions. The Ann Arbor Sports was formed to attract amateur sporting events to the Ann Arbor region by assisting organizers every step of the way.

Ann Arbor is a dynamic mix of energy and charm—a bustling university town, a [foodie’s paradise](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "foodie's paradise"), and a cutting-edge tech hub, all wrapped in a [walkable downtown](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/downtown/ "walkable downtown") bursting with [world-class arts and culture](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/ "world-class arts and culture"). Located in Michigan’s southeast Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor is the heartbeat of a vibrant network of [communities across Washtenaw County](https://www.annarbor.org/surrounding-destinations/ "communities across Washtenaw County"). With its creative spirit, diverse flavors, and unique neighborhoods, Ann Arbor shines as a exciting oasis.

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Featuring 36 cocnstantly rotating craft beer taps from all over the US and around the world, shelves of world-class bourbon scotch and other spirits, a carefully selected wine list, and creative menu of craft cocktails. Guests are welcome to carry in food or order from an available delivery menu.

The Grotto - Watering Hole

An Ann Arbor institution! Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner; open 24 hours. A favorite of actress Drew Barrymore while filming "Whip It!" The hippest little diner in Michigan!

Fleetwood Diner

New American cuisine prepared in surprisingly unexpected ways including fresh seafood and steaks accented with Asian influences. Creative, upscale dining in a cozy, romantic bistro setting with old-timey decor.

West End Grill

Pacific Rim’s unique pan-Asian cuisine reflects the chef’s own Asian-American roots. Duc is ethnically Chinese-Vietnamese but considers himself as much American as Asian. Likewise, he doesn’t see his food as a ‘fusion’ of western and asian cuisine, but as distinctly asian and distinctly western. “I don’t like the term fusion because it connotes the idea of blending two disparate elements and forcing them to work together when they shouldn’t be together.” He describes his food as authentically asian in its careful use of traditional ingredients and flavors coupled with the appropriate cooking styles. Yet it is decidedly western in its commitment to using the finest ingredients, its reliance on basic French techniques and its emphasis on freshness and seasonality. The result is a distinctive menu that draws from the best of both worlds.

Pacific Rim by Kana

The Old Town Tavern features a casual, relaxed atmosphere and a full menu specializing in homemade soups and sandwiches, Southwestern entrees, daily specials and the best burgers in Ann Arbor. They have daily Happy Hour specials and live music on Sundays.

Old Town Tavern

Korean inspired restaurant and diner featuring specialty dishes including the BiBimBap, Twigam, and Seoul Dog.

Kosmo's BopShop

C.W.Petersen jewelers are on an endless pursuit of design excellence. Designing custom pieces that are unique and stand-alone is their trademark.

C. W. Petersen Jewelry

Le Dog, originally located on East Liberty, now inhabits space on Main Street. Le Dog's menu focuses on rotating homemade soups prepared with fresh ingredients, along with hot dogs and fresh lemonade. Le Dog serves more than 428 different soups every year but customers have two favorites: lobster bisque and chicken tortilla. Chicken white chili, beef chili and pozole follow close behind.

Le Dog/Le Soup

A luxury cosmetics boutique in downtown Ann Arbor that is stocked with the best premium brands and staffed with perceptive, knowledgeable salespeople. Lily Grace Cosmetics is here to serve the local community that longs for a high-end, personal experience in a one-of-a-kind setting.

Lily Grace Cosmetics

In business for over forty years, Renaissance was established in 1971 and carries the finest gentlemen and ladies' apparel. They also provide "Made to Measure" service for suits, sport jackets, trousers, shirts, overcoats and more.

Renaissance Ann Arbor

The Ark is Michigan’s nonprofit home for folk and roots music. Considered one of the top music clubs in the world, The Ark is renowned for the quality and breadth of its programming. The Ark is an intimate 400-seat club presenting performers ranging from young up-and-comers to classic figures of the folk genre.

With live music over 300 nights each year in one of the best listening rooms anywhere, The Ark is a sure bet for a memorable evening of enriching entertainment, musical artistry, and personal warmth.

The Ark is now available to rent for meetings space!

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