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Tollgate Education CenterParent rating:  Location: 28115 Meadowbrook Road, Novi, MI Michigan State University's Tollgate Education Center in Novi is the site of many of the university's research and demonstration projects and features nearly 20 specifically planned and maintai...
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Nichols ArboretumParent rating: Location: James D. Reader, Jr. Urban Environmental Education, 1610 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor, MI The Nichols Arboretum of the University of Michigan is home to hundreds of species of plants native to Michigan, among others. But while your budding ecologist might like to learn some... |
Edsel and Eleanor Ford HouseParent rating: Location: 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe, MI The estate - once the private residence of Henry and Clara Ford's only child, Edsel, and his family - is preserved and open to the public through the generosity of Eleanor Clay Ford. One of i... |
Kensington MetroparkParent rating: Location: 2240 W. Buno Road, Milford, MI Kensington is most popular for its eight-mile paved path that circles Kent Lake. The pavement is smooth and the hills are just challenging enough to work up a good sweat - and it's a ter...
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Belle IsleParent rating:  Location: Picnic Way, Detroit, MI Imagine a 985-acre historic island park with a beach, conservatory, and lighthouse on an island in downtown Detroit. First-time visitors to the city are shocked that such a jewel exists. But me...
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Oasis Hot Tub GardensParent rating:  Location: 2301 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI If you're looking to relax and get away, Oasis Hot Tub Gardens might just be what you need. Each hot tub is surrounded by a themed garden area with a landscaped deck, privacy fencing, an...
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Springfield Oaks County ParkParent rating: Location: 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI The Springfield Oaks County Park is home to the Springfield Oaks Activity Center, beautiful surrounding grounds, and the annual Oakland County Fair. The historic Ellis Barn was moved to Springf...
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Westcroft GardensParent rating: Location: 21803 W River Road, Grosse Ile, MI Westcroft Gardens is the oldest family owned and operated farm in Michigan. Besides offering a four acre botanical garden open year round from dawn to dusk, the farm has a number of goat...
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Bloomer ParkParent rating: Location: 345 John R Road, Rochester, MI Bloomer Park is a great place for bikers and hikers, with miles of trails that run throughout the park. If you're feeling adventurous, try the Velodrome, a 1/8-mile oval wooden bike trac...
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Matthaei Botanical GardensParent rating: Location: University of Michigan, 1800 N. Dixboro Road, Ann Arbor, MI Escape from the city and enjoy the peaceful gardens, conservatory, and miles of nature trails at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. The Gaffield Children's Garden allows kids to climb into a gi...
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Meadow Brook Hall & GardensParent rating: Location: 2200 North Squirrel Road, Oakland University, Rochester, MI Meadow Brook Hall is the fourth largest historic house museum in the country and is especially known for its fine craftsmanship, architectural detailing, and grand scale. Built between 1...
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Burgh Historical ParkParent rating: Location: Civic Center Drive and Berg Road, Southfield, MI Burgh Historical Park in Southfield features renovated historical buildings and landscaped flower beds. Summer concerts are held each summer at the park's gazebo. |
Mary Thompson House and FarmParent rating: Location: 25630 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI Southfield's Mary Thompson House and Farm thrives as a senior community garden spot, plus includes a two-story farm home built in 1840. Tours are available through the Southfield Historical Soc...
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