LOCAL AREA

Experience all that the greater Lansing area has to offer. Museums, cultural attractions and historical sites are plentiful in the area and offer low to no cost admissions. The State Capitol Building was dedicated to the citizens of Michigan in 1879. Tours of the public areas and the House and Senate galleries are available every half hour Monday through Friday 9 am til 4 pm.

East Lansing is home of Michigan State University Spartans. MSU is one of the top research universities in the world—on one of the biggest, greenest campuses in the nation—and is home to a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, scientists and leaders. With over 47 thousand students and 5,200 acres of campus, you will enjoy exploring all that MSU has to offer.

Old Town is Lansing's historic boutique and arts district. The Victorian buildings are filled with unique galleries, eateries, boutiques, specialty shops, nightclubs and more. Old Town is an urban neighborhood with a small town feel. Festivals, gallery walks and farmers' markets are held throughout the year. Come See!

While visiting downtown Lansing, stop by The Peanut Shop, a long time local favorite, select your preferred nuts and chocolates and enjoy a relaxing stroll along the Grand River on the scenic river walk. After you have worked up an appetite for lunch or dinner, visit one of the many local restaurants eager to serve you.