During the festival, ticketholders will get a free T-shirt and be able to release their own Monarch butterfly.

Starting at 6 p.m., participants will be able to test their knowledge, meet live desert-dwelling animals and learn to tie roping knots.

Teens can get a hands-on experience with the art of filmmaking this summer in Ann Arbor.

Tree Town businesses and organizations are hosting holiday-themed events, treats, trivia and crafts to help you get in the Valentine’s Day spirit.

Test your knowledge at an adults-only Valentine's trivia night at the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum this month.

“This organization is one that makes a difference daily in the lives of children and families across Southeastern Michigan. I am honored to move into this role, and grateful for the opportunity to continue to build and move forward with our incredible team,” Westhoff said.

The downtown Tree Town hands-on center has a big schedule of activities and events lined up to keep kids busy.

Celebrate the museum's 40th birthday with drinks, donuts and fun activities.

The family-friendly science museum is temporarily rolling back the cost of admission to match ticket prices from when it opened in 1982.

The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum Board of Trustees will start a search for Drumm's successor this fall.

Enjoy two benefits to help LSNC complete its nature playscape.

From cookies and clothing to cool stickers and records, Ann Arbor’s many small businesses offer a plethora of choices for even the pickiest of giftees.

Looking for the perfect holiday gift?

Ann Arbor SPARK’s a2Tech360 will be held October 1 through 8 online and in various in-person locations throughout the city.

Ann Arbor SPARK’s a2Tech360 will be held October 1 through 8 online and in various in-person locations throughout the city.

A new exhibit at the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum invites visitors of all ages to have an immersive STEAM experience.

Reservations for select times between July 1-18 will be available starting at 10 a.m. on Friday.

More than 20 family-friendly in-person and virtual events are scheduled from June 1-6 to commemorate the event, highlight sustainability and educate the community.

At 10 a.m. on Friday, discounted tickets to visit the museum at select dates and times in June go on sale.

Tickets for admission must be reserved in advance to ensure safe social distancing.

ANN ARBOR – It’s been a long year of closures, and one group that has felt it the most is parents. Luckily, the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum has begun offering reservations for pods of up to 25 people to come and enjoy the beloved children’s museum. How it works:Each pod pays a set price for a group up to 25 people (including babies). To qualify, the registrant must be an EBT or WIC card holder. The card must be shown to museum staff on the day of their reservation.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Having lived in Tree Town for almost 40 years, author Patricia Majher knows a thing or two (or 100) about the city. Her latest book, “100 Things To Do in Ann Arbor Before You Die” is an ode to adventures in Ann Arbor combining townie favorites with touristic go-to’s. It’s easy to put a dent in your wallet while out-and-about in Ann Arbor, so Majher made sure to include free activities and family-friendly spaces, like the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum or the Creature Conservancy. From around-the-world-eats to free entertainment, the back of “100 Things To Do in Ann Arbor Before You Die” offers itineraries for those looking to explore theme by theme. “100 Things To Do in Ann Arbor Before You Die” can be found at Nicola’s Books, Bookbound and online here.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum in downtown Ann Arbor has launched a new program to make sure that children in the area are engaging with science while at home. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum and Leslie Science & Nature Center members will only pay $35. As of now, four different Camp-at-Home sessions have been announced:AAHOM is offering optional add-ons for purchase along with the Camp-at-Home experiences. Currently, there are STEM starter kits available for $45 and art starter kits available for $35. Learn more about the Camp-at-Home sessions and starter kits here.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan has given Relief and Resiliency grants to five Ann Arbor arts and culture nonprofit organizations. The Ark, Neutral Zone, Youth Arts Alliance, Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum and 826michigan have each received a $10,000 grant from the COVID-19 Arts and Creative Community Assistance Fund. In partnership with CultureSource, the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan awarded the grants to help organizations with financial pressures resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding was supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, DeRoy Testamentary Foundation, Ford Foundation, Kresge Foundation, Leinweber Foundation, Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation, Peck Foundation and William Davidson Foundation. Find a list of all of the organizations awarded grants here.