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Ypsi Features

Vintage Ypsilanti: Postcards from our Past

For this special feature, we’re taking you back over 100 years, offering a glimpse of what our beautiful city was like for those who resided and visited before. From downtown landscapes to illustrated attractions, travel through time with these unique Ypsilanti postcards. Post Date: April 8, 1909…

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Ypsilanti’s Iconic Water Tower

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…

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10 Beautiful Historic Homes in Ypsilanti

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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Ypsilanti: Free & Budget Friendly Fun

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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Enjoy this Spring in Ypsilanti

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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8 Exciting Ways to Experience Ypsilanti

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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