Things to do at the University of Michigan ------------------------------------------ [Collected by the University of Michigan Campus Information Center, 313/763-INFO; updated 7/23/92.] *** PLACES TO GO Admission to the following sights is free unless otherwise noted. * Bentley Historical Library 1150 Beal Ave. (North Campus), 764-3482. Hours: M-F 8:30am-5pm; SA 9am-12:30pm. This research facility containing information on Michigan's history, U-M archives, and the Michigan Historical Collection has periodic public displays. * Burton Memorial Tower Thayer at N. University, 764-2539. 212 foot tower houses the 100 ton Baird Carillon, the third largest musical instrument in the world, with bells ranging from 12 pounds to 12 tons. The 10th floor bell chamber is open to the public M-F 12pm-12:30pm when University classes are in session. * Clements Library of Americana 909 S. University, 764-2347. Hours: M-F 10:30am-12pm, 1pm-5pm. Contains rare books, manuscripts, and other documents tracing American history from Columbus' time to the 19th century. Exhibits reflect American development through the centuries. * Fairlane Mansion 4901 Evergreen Rd. (U-M Dearborn) 593-5590. Tours: SU year round 1pm-4:30pm; April-Dec., M-SA leaving on the hour (10am-3pm, excl. noon). Henry Ford donated his magnificent estate to U-M Dearborn. Admission: Adults $6, seniors $5, children under five and University staff and students are free. Guided nature tours of the grounds are $3; package tour of grounds and house $7. * Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library 1000 Beal Ave. (North Campus), 668-2218. Hours: M-F 8:45am-4:45pm. Contains Gerald Ford's historical records and files as Congressperson, Vice-President, and President. There are rotating displays in the lobby. * Kelsey Museum of Archeology 434 S. State St., 764-9304. Hours: Sept.-April, M-F 9am-4pm; SA-SU 1pm-4pm; SU gallery talks 2pm. May-Aug., TU-F 11am-4pm; SA-SU 1pm-4pm. Features artifacts from excavations in the Mediterranean and Near East. Free admission; tours by appointment available for groups of 15 or less for 50c per person. * Matthaei Botanical Gardens 1800 N. Dixboro Rd., 998-7061. Hours: conservatory _ daily 10am-4:30pm; grounds and trails _ daily 8am-sunset. Includes marked hiking trails, landscaped gardens, and a greenhouse (conservatory) with plants from all over the world. Tours available by arrangement three weeks in advance. General admission: $1, children under six and U-M students free. * Michigan Stadium Corner of Main and Stadium, 747-2583. Hours: M-F 10am-3pm. View the largest college owned stadium in the USA. Built in 1927, its official capacity is 101,701 (although attendance figures of 105,000 have been recorded). Enter through Gate #2, off Stadium Blvd. * Museum of Art (Alumni Memorial Hall) Corner of S. University and State, 764-0395. Hours: TU-F 10am-4pm; SA 10am-5pm; SU 1pm-5pm; closed Mondays. Includes sculptures, drawings, prints and decorative art from the middle ages to the present from around the world. Free tours for individuals and groups. * Nichols Arboretum Entrances on Geddes and on Washington Heights. Hours: daily 6am-10pm. 144 acres of rolling hills, trees, natural and man-made habitats, and the Huron River. It's a good place for walks, picnics, and relaxing. * Phoenix Memorial Laboratory and Ford Nuclear Reactor 2301 Bonisteel Blvd. (North Campus), 764-6220. Hours: M-F 8am-5pm; May-Aug., M-F 7:30am-4pm. Built as a memorial to the U-M students and alumni who died in World War II, the Laboratory encourages teaching and research on peaceful uses of nuclear energy. Tours of Phoenix Lab and Ford Reactor available by appointment. * Exhibit Museum 1109 Geddes, 764-0478. Hours: TU-SA 9am-5pm; SU 1pm-5pm; closed Mondays. Includes the Hall of Evolution (with dinosaurs' skeletons), displays of Michigan plant and animal life, mineral and biological displays, and dioramas of Native American life and the lives of other cultures. Tours for groups by appointment TU-F for a fee of $1 per person. * Rare Books and Special Collections 7th Floor Graduate Library, 764-9377. Hours: M-F 10am-12pm, 1pm-5pm; SA 10am-12pm. Contains rare books and manuscripts dating back to the 3rd century BC and the Labadie collection of anarchist literature; periodic exhibits scheduled. * Regents' Plaza Between LS&A and Administration Buildings. Of special interest is the sculpture designed by Michigan alumnus Bernard Rosenthal. Despite the cube's 2,400 pound weight, it spins on its axis with a push. * Planetarium 1109 Geddes (Exhibit Museum), 764-0478. Showtimes: SA 10:30am, 11:30am, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm; SU 2pm, 3pm 4pm; M-F groups only by appointment. The 50 minute star shows are both entertaining and educational. Saturday morning shows are geared toward small children; children under five not admitted to afternoon shows. Admission: SA morning shows, $1.50; SA & SU afternoon shows, $2. * Slusser Gallery Room 1102, School of Art & Architecture (North Campus), 764-0397. School of Art gallery showing works of U-M faculty, students, alumni, as well as special outside exhibits. * Stearns Collection School of Music (North Campus), 763-4389. Contains over 2,000 old and rare musical instruments from all over the world. Special programs often featured Sunday afternoons from September-March. Call for hours. *** ANNUAL EVENTS * Ann Arbor Art Fair 662-3382. Comprised of three different art fairs, this event is held in the streets of Ann Arbor the third week of July and showcases the work of nearly 1,000 artists. Other related activities include performances, children's activities, demonstrations, and sidewalk sales. * Ann Arbor Film Festival 995-5356. Sponsors 16mm films of contemporary artists every March. * Ann Arbor Pow Wow 763-9044. This celebration of Native American culture and heritage takes place in March and includes traditional music and dance. * Greek Week 663-4505. Fraternities and sororities team up in March to raise money for philanthropies and have fun in the process. Events range from the Greek Sing (talent show) to bed races and pizza eating contests. * Homecoming 763-1107. U-M alumni and students join together in the fall to honor the University and enjoy a Big-10 game, complete with parades, contests, and parties at the Union. * May Festival 764-2538. The University Musical Society hosts a world-famous symphony orchestra for a series of performances featuring well-known soloists. * Parents Weekend 763-9755. Sponsored by the Student Alumni Council in the fall of each year. Parents (as well as relatives and friends) can enjoy a weekend of football, food, and fun while seeing the campus through their students' eyes. * Siblings Weekend 763-9755. Students invite brothers and sisters of all ages to spend a weekend in March exploring the U-M campus. Activities are planned by the Student Alumni Council. *** RECREATION * Intercollegiate athletic events. For information contact the Athletic Ticket Office, 764-0247, or the Campus Informatin Center (CIC) 763-INFO, or the Varsity Sport Schedules in GOpherBLUE. Use of U-M recreational facilities requires current student status, or a Facilities User Pass. See the brochure Things to Do in Ann Arbor for visitors' facilities. * Golf. The University of Michigan Golf Course is located at Stadium Blvd. and Main St., 663-5005. One member of the party must be connected with the University (student, faculty, staff, alumni, letter winner). * Ice Skating. The Yost Ice Arena is located on State St. near Hoover, and is open to all, 764-4600. *** FILMS Several non-profit, student groups show classic and contemporary films in campus buildings at reduced prices. Call 763-FILM for a recording of the day's movies. Ann Arbor Film Cooperative 769-7787 Ann Arbor Film Society 761-8286 Cinema Guild 994-0027 Hill Street Cinema 769-0500 M-Flicks (UAC) 763-1107 Michigan Theater Foundation 668-8397 Top of the Park (summer only) 747-2278 U-M Program on Film & Video Studies 764-0147 U-M Center for Japanese Studies 764-6307 For a listing of first-run movies in Ann Arbor, call Ann Arbor, Briarwood, Fox Village, or Showcase Theaters. *** PERFORMING ARTS * Dance Department 763-5460. Offers many concerts as well as introductory dance classes; open to all students. * Office of Major Events 763-5750. Produces concerts, ranging from hard rock to folk, by renowned artists. * School of Music 764-0583. Offers many free recitals and concerts given by professors and students. Call the 24-Hour Music Hotline, 763-4726, for details. * Department of Theatre and Drama 764-5350. Students participate in acting, directing, and designing four series each year: University Players, Power Series, Spring Series, and Showcase Series. * University Activities Center 763-1107. A student organization running MUSKET (theatre), the Comedy Company, the Soph Show, and much more. * University Club 763-2236. The Michigan Union's U-Club hosts live and recorded entertainment in the evenings. Call 763-INFO for details. * University Musical Society 764-2538. Offers concerts featuring symphony orchestras, chamber groups, and instrumental soloists from around the world. It maintains the Choral Union and sponsors Handel's Messiah in December and the May Festival. * Other performing arts groups include the U-M Bands, the Gilbert and Sullivan Society, KUUMBA, Michigan Repertory Theatre, the Glee Clubs, and more. Call 76-EVENT for information about upcoming campus events.