Things to do in Howell
Brighton Center for the Performing Arts
Annual Events include the Fantastic Four Music Series and the Children's Cultural Series. In addition to arts and entertainment events, the center is outfitted for business seminars, receptions, meetings, expositions, and multimedia events. Call 810-229-1419 for more information.
7878 Brighton Road, Howell, MI
Brighton Recreation Riding Stables
This riding stable prides itself in premium riding stock and equipment. Take a guided horseback ride through 5,000 acres of the most beautiful countryside in Michigan. Other activities include: pony rides, western wear store and gift shop, and a snack bar. The riding stable is open year round and provide group and individual lessons. Hours may vary with the season. Call 810-220-6294 for more information.
6660 Chilson Road, Howell, MI
Cohoctah Meadows
Choose & cut Colorado Blue Spruce, Concolor Fir, Douglas Fir or White Spruce Christmas trees. We have a rustic tree farm and sell out of an old log cabin where we serve hot chocolate, and donuts to our guests. Saws, wrapping service provided. Weekends only November 23 - December 16. Call 517-552-1663 for more information.
11450 Durand Road, Howell, MI
Community Theatre of Howell
Three to four musical, comedy and dramatic performances are performed on weekends throughout the year by this local theater company. Call 517-545-1290 for more information.
1400 W. Grand River Avenue, Howell, MI
Gage House Museum/Green Oak Historical Society
This centennial farm serves as the Green Oak Historical Society's museum, library and headquarters. The early farmhouse contains a resource library, manuscripts, and 10 display rooms featuring area artifacts. Open Saturday & Sunday during June - August. Call 248-486-9113 for more information.
6440 Kensington Road, Howell, MI
Grand Oaks Ice Arena
970 Grand Oaks Drive, Howell, MI
Historic Howell
The perfect way to showcase any community is to begin with a tour of a historic district. Tour patrons will learn about early life in Howell, and see some splendid examples of turn of the century architecture. Included on the tour is a visit to the Historic Howell Train Depot to view some artifacts and see the on-going restoration. Located at Grand River Avenue. Call 517-546-3920 for more information.
Howell City Park
This Park has a playground, boat launch and areas for swimming, picnicking, fishing, softball and volleyball. Paddleboat rentals are available. Sites designated for tobogganing and sledding are open in the winter. Located at Corner of Barnard and Thompson Streets in Howell. Open year-round. Call 517-546-0693 for more information.
Howell Nature Center
Serving as a rehabilitation clinic for injured and orphaned wild animals, this nature center features a wildlife exhibit area and outdoor educational programs. Open year-round. Call 517-546-0249 for more information.
1005 Triangle Lake Road, Howell, MI
Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority
A regional special park district encompassing Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw and Livingston counties. Currently, 13 Metroparks cover almost 24,000 acres, providing an ever-growing variety of outdoor recreational and educational activities the year round in safe, clean environments. Picnicking, water-related activities, hiking, nature study, biking, golf, winter sports and a host of special outdoor programs and events. Call 800-477-2757 for more information.
13000 High Ridge Drive, Howell, MI
Kensington Metropark Farm Center
The farm is a place for discovery. Children and adults are invited to learn by touching and exploring as well as by looking. Walk down the farm lanes and view the animals, absorb the sights, the activity, and smells of the barn, the poultry house, and the pasture; follow in the footsteps of yesteryear and today's farmer for a "feel of farm life." Hayrides/sleigh rides on weekends. Call 800-477-3178 for more information.
13000 High Ridge Drive, Howell, MI
Livingston County Courthouse
n session). This restored 1889 building is registered on the National Register of Historic Places. Call 517-546-0500 for more information.
Located at 200 E. Grand River Avenue, Howell, MI
Livingston County Historical Society
The Society owns and operates the turn-of-the-century railroad depot. The Depot Museum displays collections of tools, photos, maps, periodicals and other artifacts of historical significance to the county. Private and group tours available by appointment. Call 517-548-6876 for more information.
128 Wetmore Street, Howell, MI
Livingston Historical Centre
Historical village including Kirkland House, Coughran Schoolhouse, 1872 Pere Marquette Depot, blacksmith shop, barber shop, shoe repair & harness shop and church. Call 517-223-8186 for more information.
8800 W. Grand River Avenue, Howell, MI
Mt. Brighton Ski Area
Experience the adventure of Michigan downhill skiing and snow boarding on hills as steep as a 250-foot vertical drop or as tame as a bunny-hill. Seven chair lifts and ten rope tows can certainly accommodate large groups. Equipment rentals and lessons for all ages make learning to ski possible for everyone. Call 810-229-9581 for more information.
4141 Bauer Road, Howell, MI
Nectar Sweet Apiaries
Pure honey specific nectars collected from various bee yards, such as blueberries, raspberries, apple clover and clover. Call for hours. Call 517-548-5176 for more information.
345 Chilson Road, Howell, MI
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