If you’re in Northville, Michigan, and found yourself wishing for a place that makes science feel magical, you’re in luck! The Cranbrook Institute of Science is just about a 25-minute drive northeast in Bloomfield Hills, at 39221 Woodward Avenue. This isn’t the kind of museum where you wander aimlessly, glancing at “Do Not Touch” signs. At Cranbrook, science is made vivid, hands-on, and unexpectedly sparkly.
Step Into a Realm of Marvels
Walk into Cranbrook and you'll be met by interactive exhibits that invite more than just looking. Ever wanted to stand beneath a towering T.rex, feel the fur of a mastodon, or touch a piece of outer space? Here, you can do all three. There are over 20,000 artifacts displayed in nine permanent exhibit halls, plus a changing exhibition hall that keeps the experience fresh and surprising.
Not Your Average Day Out
Looking for something out of the ordinary? Don’t miss the Acheson Planetarium, wher...