LOCAL AREA

Known internationally as a major U.S. public university with global reach, Michigan State University has been advancing knowledge and transforming lives through innovative teaching, research, and outreach for over 150 years.

Meridian Mall is located in Okemos, MI, on the east side of Lansing, Michigan’s capital city. Shop stores such as JCPenney, Macy’s, Old Navy, Schuler Books & Music, Victoria’s Secret, Younkers and many more specialty shops. Enjoy a meal at the many restaurants or Food Court, and catch a movie at the AMC Cinemas movie theater.

Michigan State Universitys Wharton Center for Performing Arts has a long history of presenting quality programs. The Center has generated state and national prominence for its success with touring megahits and sold-out sensations.

The home of Michigan State Basketball. This is a facility which sponsors educational and entertainment events for students and the greater MSU community.

Located on the Michigan State University campus the Abrams Planetarium is a resource center for astonomy and space science for central Michigan. As an outreach unit ran by the Department of Physics and Astronomy the planetarium provides a variety of shows for the public

The Kresge Art Museum hosts a collection of 7,000 works of art which span 5,000 years of human history.

R.E. Olds Transportation Museum is home to a varied automotive collection including rare and classic vehicles.

Featuring upscale fashion retailers, home furnishing shops and a variety of dining & entertainment options. Amid inviting gathering spots, broad sidewalks and attractive landscaping, visitors enjoy easy access with convenient parking for a pleasant and relaxing excursion.