Things to do in Lansing
Abrams Planetarium / Michigan State University
Public shows are available to the public on weekends. Rediscover the wonders of the universe. Located on the campus at Michigan State University. Call 517-355-4676 for more information.
Bare Bone Studios for Women's Arts
This unique studio and gallery provides space for community art making with particular emphasis on developing women art makers. Call 517-267-0809 for more information.
1236 Turner Street, Lansing, MI
Beaumont Tower
The Tower marks the site of Old College Hall - the first building in America erected for instruction in scientific agriculture. The tower was dedicated in 1929 and renovated in 1996, making possible weekly carillon concerts throughout the summer. Located at West Circle Drive in nearby East Lansing. Call 517-353-5340 for more information.
Breslin Student Events Center
This is a multi-purpose arena that hosts concerts, circuses, ice shows, athletic events, MSU basketball, meetings and more. Located on the campus of Michigan State University at One Birch Road in East Lansing Call 517-432-1989 for more information.
Capital City Airport Tours
Take a guided tour of Capital City Airport, all operations in the terminal building, description of scheduling/travel procedures, a display of the airfield maintenance equipment, and a visit to the airport fire station. Call at least two weeks in advance to set up tour for groups. Call 517-321-6121 for more information.
Capital City Airport, Lansing, MI
Central United Methodist Church
Central UMC has been placed on both the National and State Register of Historic Places. Formed in 1850, it has been an important part of the Greater Lansing community. Call 517-485-9477 for more information.
215 North Capital, Lansing, MI
Christian College
A four year institution of Christian higher education preparing students to be servant-leaders in the church and world. Call 517-321-0242 for more information.
6211 W. Willow Highway, Lansing, MI
Creole Gallery
Originally home to the Creole Cigar Company in the late 1800s, today the building houses the Creole Gallery and performance space featuring visual artists, poets, musicians, dancers and small theatre groups. Call 517-487-9549 for more information.
1218 Turner Street, Lansing, MI
Davenport University
Providing the best in career-focused education in business, technology, health and legal studies throughout Michigan and northern Indiana. Over 40 bachelor's degree, associate's degree and short-term programs, in addition to an on-line MBA. Call 517-484-2600 for more information.
220 E. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI
Impression 5 Science Center
This sophisticated hands-on science center is designed so kids of all ages can experience the wonders of the physical and natural world firsthand. Make slime in the Chemistry Lab, capture your shadow or tinker with cool toys. Call 517-485-8116 for more information.
200 Museum Drive, Lansing, MI
Innovations by Thomas J
Featuring contemporary and Native American steel sculptures, accessories, and furniture. The gallery is housed with a historic bank building in the heart of Old Town and also functions as a working artist studio. Call 517-484-0456 for more information.
226 East Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI
Kresge Art Museum
Experience over 5,000 years of intellectual and artistic development with Greek, Roman, Egyptian, African, Asian, Islamic, pre-Columbian, European and American works of art and artifacts. Admission to Kresge Art Museum, on the campus of MSU, is free. Call 517-353-9834 for more information.
Lansing Art Gallery
We promote the visual arts and enriches public awareness, understanding and enjoyment of the arts. Community programs include, exhibitions and statewide competitions. Elementary art education, high school art exhibitions, lease/purchase gallery and gift shop and traveling exhibitions. Call 517-374-6400 for more information.
425 South Grand Avenue, Lansing, MI
Lansing Car Assembly Plant Tours
This is the oldest continuous manufacturing site for automobiles in North America. It all began back in 1897. On a plant tour, you will see General Motors vehicles like the Pontiac Grand Am, Oldsmobile Alero and the Chevy Malibu being built. Reservations are required. Children must be twelve years of age. Sandals, open toe shoes, shorts, dresses and cameras are not permitted. We are not handicap accessible. Tours are Monday - Friday only. Reservations are required. Located at Olds Avenue in Lansing. Call 517-885-9676 for more information.
Lansing Community College
Lansing Community College offers over 150 degree and certificate programs for students interested in career training and transfer education. Call 517-483-1851 for more information.
521 N. Washington Square, Lansing, MI
Lighthouse Gallery
Michigan’s largest Thomas Kinkade dealer. Huge inventory, rare images, fine art, gifts and collectibles in a variety of price ranges. Two Lansing area locations to serve you. Call 517-381-2090 for more information.
1982 East Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI
Malcolm X Homesite Marker
Malcolm X, eloquent spokesman for civil rights and for the oppressed everywhere, lived in Lansing in the 1930s on a site that is now a registered historical landmark. Malcolm X converted to the nation of Islam, and became one of the first African-American leaders to openly articulate the extent of racial discontent in our society. The Historic Marker can be found at Vincent Court, which is located at 4705 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Lansing. Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council - Promotes enjoyment of Michigan's award-winning wines and 32 commercial wineries. Produces an annual magazine with a map showing winery locations, hours, phone numbers, and addresses. Visit the web site to request a free copy. Call 517-373-1104 for more information.
Michigan Historical Museum
As the flagship of Michigan's state museum system, the Michigan Historical Museum surrounds visitors with Michigan history from prehistoric times through the late twentieth century. Twenty-six permanent galleries and a special exhibit gallery are located on five levels. A three-story relief map of Michigan greets the visitor in the museum's main atrium. Call 517-373-3559 for more information.
702 West Kalamazoo Street, Lansing, MI
Michigan State University
Established in 1855, and dedicated to the land-grant mission of teaching, research and public service, MSU is one of the nation's academically superior research institutions. Regularly scheduled walking tours conducted by student guides. Call 517-355-1855 for more information.
Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center
A hands-on gallery designed to help schoolchildren and the general public understand the judicial branch of state government. Designed for all ages. Groups of 10 or more welcome. Call 517-373-5027 for more information.
925 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, MI
Michigan Wine & Food Festival
Held the last weekend in June annually. Greater Detroit's Outdoor Wine, Food & Music Festival! Meadow Brook Music Festival in Rochester Hills is the setting for this spectacular event. Sample from more than 100 different wines from Michigan wineries. Live continuous Jazz, Reggae and Rock. Food Samples, Cooking Demonstrations and Wine Seminars are all a part of the Festival. Call 800-600-0307 for more information.
Michigan Women's Historical Center & Hall of Fame
Our museum recognizes the achievements of Michigan women, past and present. It houses the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame gallery and the Belen art gallery, which displays the work of Michigan women artists and photographers. The center is located next to Cooley Gardens, an outstanding botanical garden. Call 517-372-9772 for more information.
213 West Main Street, Lansing, MI
Mid Michigan Roller Hockey Arena
Public skating, leagues, pro shop and skate rental. Come skate Mid Michigan's only INDOORS Skate Park! Extreme Skate Park for boards, blades and bikes. Get some big air on our spine ramp, half pipe and vert wall! Call 517-374-1000 for more information.
1475 Lake Lansing Road, Lansing, MI
Mini-beast Zooseum and Education Center
This unique learning center is devoted to mini-beasts—everything from worms to insects—with all the best attributes of a zoo, museum, interpretive center, science store and outdoor classroom. Enjoy exciting displays, hand-on activities, programs and outdoor exploration. Closed in January & February. Call 517-886-0630 for more information.
6907 W. Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI
MSU Museum
The MSU Museum has three floors of exhibits devoted to natural and cultural history with an emphasis on the Great Lakes region. Halls of continuing exhibits are devoted to world cultures, evolution, animal diversity and heritage. Call 517-355-2370 for more information.
Museum of Surveying
Our small specialty museum with it's significance to everyone, such as homes were we lived, to the roads we travel everyday. We depend on the precision work of the surveyor. Come and learn about the equipment, challenges, and people who have created the pattern of our countryside. Call 517-484-6605 for more information.
220 Museum Drive, Lansing, MI
Nokomis Learning Center
A Native American cultural learning center that focuses on the woodland Indians of the Great Lakes; specifically the Ojibway, Ottawa, and Potawatomi tribes known as The People of the Three Fires. Displays include art, crafts and artifacts. Call 517-349-5777 for more information.
5153 Marsh Road, Lansing, MI
Otherwise Gallery
This gallery features artists, whose work represents progressive styles, social commentary and experimentation, including visual arts, musicians, poets, and performing artists. Call 517-371-3133 for more information.
1207 Turner Street, Lansing, MI
Potter Park Zoo
The beautifully landscaped 100-acre park, gardens and zoo are situated along the Red Cedar River and features more than 400 animals from around the world including rhinos, red pandas, tigers, snow leopards, wolves, penguins, and more. Open all year. Call 517-702-4730 for more information.
1301 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Lansing, MI
R.E. Olds Transportation Museum
Features artifacts and documents tracing the history of area transportation from 1883 to the present. Antique vehicles and automotive memorabilia as well as aircraft, bicycles and carriages are displayed. Oldsmobile’s history is highlighted from 1880 to present day, with displays including vintage vehicles, engines, awards, photographs and artifacts. This collection of cars and memorabilia is a tribute to the auto industry. Call 517-372-0422 for more information.
240 Museum Drive, Lansing, MI
State Capitol Building
Step back into the Victorian era with a visit to Michigan's award-winning Capitol Building. Designed by Elijah E. Myers, one of the foremost architects of public buildings during the Gilded Age (1865-1914), construction of the Capitol Building took six years and contains over nine acres of hand-painted surfaces. It was dedicated to the citizens of Michigan in 1879. Tours of the public areas and the House and Senate galleries are available every half hour. Located at Capitol Avenue at Michigan Avenue in Lansing. Call 517-373-2353 for more information.
Telephone Pioneer Museum
See a very good collection of telephone industry memorabilia including pictures of Michigan and the telephones of the 1800's to the present. Call 517-372-1400 for more information.
221 North Washington Square, Lansing, MI
Todd Mack Custom Framing Gallery
The gallery hosts several local and nationally consigned artists. Dozens of gift ideas and antiques can be found on site. Call 517-482-8845 for more information.
307 East Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI
Turner-Dodge House, Park & Heritage Center
A national historic landmark, the 145 year-old Turner-Dodge Mansion is a fine example of Classical Revival architecture, and the only 19th century residence in the greater Lansing area open to the public year round. It has a charming heritage garden and costumed interpretive guides. Call 517-483-4220 for more information.
100 East North Street, Lansing, MI
Vietnam War Memorial
The memorial honors the more than 400,000 Michigan citizens who served our country during the Vietnam War. Open daily. Located in front of the Hall of Justice between Ottawa and Allegan Streets in Lansing. Call 517-335-6523 for more information.
Washington Park
Washington Park has pavilion space available for rent in the summer with play equipment and a softball field nearby. Washington Park Ice Rink is open during the winter for ice-skating. Call 517-483-4277 for more information.
2700 S. Washington Avenue, Lansing, MI
Wharton Center for Performing Arts
Situated on the campus of Michigan State University, Wharton's Great Hall seats 2,500 for touring Broadway shows and other large attractions. Located on the campus at Michigan State University in East Lansing. Call 517-353-1982 for more information.