Name: 2026 Whittemore Lecture in Landscape Architecture
Start: 2026-10-01
End: 2026-10-01

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

Rackham Auditorium has been the site of many major occasions in the advancement of knowledge, with numerous notable lectures, academic symposia and scholarly papers presented in the 60 plus years since its opening. In addition, it is a favorite venue in the area for intimate musical performances, particularly chamber music, small ensembles and world music.

University of Michigan Rackham Auditorium

Family owned and operated, within walking distance of U-M Campus. Offering originality and a wide variety of menu items. prepared in a classic, home-style way. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

aMa Bistro

Getup Vintage offers eclectic, one-of-a-kind vintage pieces including dresses, shoes, hats, coats, and more! Specializing in men's and women's retro styles.

The Getup Vintage

Sleek spot for Japanese specialties such as tempura & udon. Authentic traditional sushi bar serving bento box, shrimp tempura, and teriyaki. A variety of sushi and sashimi selections, like yam yam roll and spider roll. Enjoy their dishes artfully prepared by master chefs.

Totoro

Interesting, classy atmosphere for lunch or dinner. Offering a variety of traditional Japanese cuisine.

Sadako

Cheery parlor dishes up an massive list of classic & imaginative ice cream & frozen yogurt flavors. Michigan Creamery is a family owned ice cream and sweet shop whose Ice Cream journey began when they opened their first store in 2007, in the small town of Dexter, located just outside Ann Arbor.

They have continued their journey in buying Stucchi's Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt on State Street, now named Michigan Creamery.

Michigan Creamery

Parrish Fine Framing & Art is one of downtown Ann Arbor's finest custom picture framing shops and galleries displaying fine art and antique maps of Michigan and elsewhere.

Parrish Fine Framing & Art

Family owned and operated, offering dishes with flavors from India. Whether mild, medium, or spiky, each dish is individually prepared by expert chefs.

Taste of India

Serving Korean dishes including bi bim bob, bul koki, kalbi, hotstone, and many more.

Kang's Korean Restaurant

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

The 2026 Whittemore Lecture in Landscape Architecture will celebrate the influential work of Professor Joan Nassauer and its impact on landscape architecture practice. Ahead of her retirement in June 2027, the event will bring together U-M Landscape Architecture alumni and practitioners to explore how Nassauer’s research on landscape care, aesthetics, sustainability and well-being has informed their work and shaped the profession.  
  
Two panel discussions will highlight connections between research and practice while celebrating the ecological design accomplishments of U-M alumni and Nassauer’s more than 50 years of research, teaching, engagement and service to the field.

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