This year, Ypsilanti celebrates 200 years since its incorporation in 1823. From meaningful community events, to learning about the city’s interesting history through food, tours, and exploration, we’ve listed 5 ways you can join in the year-long celebration! 1. Major Events Special themed events…
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Colorful buildings and historic homes make up Ypsilanti’s picturesque landscape, and this scenic section of town is a must-visit for architecture and history lovers! We encourage you to visit this charming city on your next Michigan road trip. In part one of this series, we highligted how to spend…
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Ypsilanti is full of historic homes, EMU campus buildings, and churches. Keep reading to learn more about the stories behind these beautiful buildings! 1) Brown Chapel AME Church Built in 1904, 401 South Adams This historic building was home to one of the earliest recognized African American…
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Ypsilanti is a top spot for having fun on a budget. Whether searching for free events or low-cost exciting activities, you can find it here. We’ve gathered a few ideas to help you get started: FREE ACTIVITIES Historic Tours Plan a self-guided tour of the Ypsilanti historic districts. Sightsee…
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Spring and sunshine have arrived! Now's the time to get out, explore, and try something new. Need ideas to start off? Check out our list of top spring activities exclusive to Ypsilanti. Patio Dining Several restaurants around Ypsilanti offer a place to relax and dine outside. Take a seat at the…
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Ypsilanti has iconic landmarks, rich history, live music and theater, comfort food, craft breweries, unique retail, outdoor adventures and so much more! 1. Ypsilanti's Signature Landmark Is there any more quintessential Ypsilanti location than the Water Tower? Take a selfie with this 147-foot…
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Ypsilanti’s large and historic African-American community, which dates to before the Civil War, has given much to the region and to the country. Elijah McCoy’s achievements have rightly been praised by his home town, and he is easily the most famous African-American from the city. However, there…
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Cities all over the world have important landmarks. They have titles ranging from “most important” to “must-see” or even to “greatest achievement”. Ypsilanti, Michigan has its own fair share of landmarks, and one has always stood out of the crowd as the most iconic – the Ypsilanti water tower. Known…
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From trailblazers like HP Jacobs to remarkable places like the Willow Run Bomber Plant – Ypsilanti is home to a great deal of history. In fact, Ypsilanti is one of Michigan’s largest historic districts, with approximately 20 percent of the 4.4 square miles designated historic. Many have called the…
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Not only does Eastern Michigan University have tons of resources and activities for students and faculty, but many of those are available for public view or exploration. Read on to learn more about what there is to see as a visitor to EMU: 1. Art Walk Take a self-guided art walk throughout campus…
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