Name: Penny Stamps Series: Shane Ward
Start: 2026-10-15
End: 2026-10-15

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 Designed by architect Albert Kahn, this internationally acclaimed auditorium has been an architectural and cultural fixture in Ann Arbor for over a quarter century. Hosts the finest in world-renowned classical and contemporary music.

U-M Hill Auditorium

The Kempf House Museum, built in 1853, was home to the Kempfs, a busy German-American Family who lived and worked in the 1890’s. Trained guides will lead you through restored rooms, including the music studio where the 1877 Steinway Concert Grand Piano remains as it has for over 100 years.

Visitors will also hear about how Ann Arbor has grown into a prosperous city, a cultural center, and the home of the University of Michigan.

Kempf House Museum

Ragstock specializes in trendy and affordable new and used clothing for men and women. The Ann Arbor store also features a selection of vintage clothing items.

Ragstock

The carillon, third heaviest in the world, contains 55 bells, weighing from 31 pounds to 12 tons. Performances when school is in session.

U-M Charles Baird Carillon

Celebrating over 130 years connecting audiences and artist in uncommon and engaging experiences through the world’s best music, dance, and theater.

U-M University Musical Society

The Ann Arbor Art Fair is one of Michigan’s finest summer traditions and one of the largest outdoor art fairs in the nation. The streets of Ann Arbor will transform into an art lover’s paradise where you can experience and enjoy original works of art, street performances, culinary treats and a variety of sidewalk sales.

Ann Arbor Street Art Fair The Original

Namaste restaurant offers a wide-variety of Indian dishes from homes, wayside stalls and places in an friendly environment. We have something for everyone - freshly prepared, the quality of ingredients, quality and quantity are not compromised by the price level.

Namaste Flavours

Visit our corner of Palestine in the heart of Ann Arbor! Variety of Mediterranean specialties including kabobs, hummus, lamb chops, and more.

Jerusalem Garden

Ahmo's is a favorite lunch spot serving up its popular chicken gyro. Other menu items range from grilled cheese and hot dogs to creamy hummus, grape-leaf rolls, and freshly tossed fattoush.

Ahmo's Gyros and Deli

Since 1928, the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology has explored the links between past and present through its collections, research, exhibitions, and fieldwork. The Kelsey supports teaching and research in Mediterranean, North African, and Middle Eastern archaeology.

The museum houses more than 150,000 artifacts spanning 5,000 years of human history. Each year, the Kelsey brings the ancient world to life for thousands of students and community members through interactive tours, public lectures by world-class scholars, and special exhibitions.

Kelsey Museum of Archaeology U-M

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.

Ann Arbor Sports Commission

**Penny Stamps Speaker Series**

Free and open to the public. Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis  
  
Raised on Detroit’s west side as one of seven children, **Shane Ward’s** path to global design leadership was anything but conventional. A full academic scholarship to the University of Michigan opened doors that introduced him to the transformative power of imagination, creativity, and design. What began as a passion for drawing, storytelling, and community evolved into a career spanning more than three decades in the footwear industry, ultimately leading to design leadership roles with some of the world’s most influential brands.  
  
After graduating from the University of Michigan, Ward began his career with Adidas in Portland, Oregon, where he also developed a lifelong appreciation for the outdoors. Over the years, he has designed footwear for brands including Puma, Converse, Keen/?Fila, Rockport, and G.H. Bass.

Penny Stamps Series: Shane Ward

Business Type

Has Promotions Available

Special Features