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A2AC Murals: Family Friendly Stroll Tour
June 14 @ 11:00 am
NUMBER OF ATTENDEES: 5-20 people
DURATION: 45 minutes
PRICE: $10 per person, free for attendees 5 years old and under
ABOUT THE STROLL TOUR:
Join us for our A2AC Murals tour, where we will guide you through downtown Ann Arbor to see and speak about many of the vibrant artworks in the urban landscape! The tour will include an overview of the A2AC Art in Public Program and lead attendees to several projects within a ¼ mile of each other. Along the way, participants will:
- Learn about the artists behind the work and their creative processes
- Hear the stories and context behind each mural’s design and installation
- Gain insight into the A2AC Art in Public Program and how it brings art to life in Ann Arbor
The short route is wheelchair and stroller accessible, making it a great outing for families, friends, and anyone curious about art in unexpected places. Our guide tailors the conversation to be engaging for adults while keeping younger participants interested with fun, accessible storytelling. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a longtime resident, or a first-time visitor, this tour is a great way to experience the city through a new lens! After the tour, we invite you to continue exploring Ann Arbor’s local shops, restaurants, museums, and more.
Note: Although the tour will include and highlight several projects, we are unable to cover all Art in Public Projects due to location and time constraints. We are happy to answer any questions about the projects not seen on the tour at the end.
DISTANCE AND ACCESSIBILITY:
This event is open to all ages and is family-friendly. The short route is designed to be accessible for wheelchairs and strollers, avoiding steep hills. All featured projects are located within ¼ mile of each other on the west side of downtown Ann Arbor.
Please note: portions of the route include busy city sidewalks and intersections, so caution and awareness are encouraged throughout the tour.
MEETING LOCATION:
The Ann Arbor Art Center
117 W. Liberty Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Please meet 10 minutes before the tour starts on the first floor of the Ann Arbor Art Center in the Shop Gallery with your ticket information via phone or printout.
WEATHER CANCELLATIONS:
Tours will continue as scheduled through light rain. Please bring an umbrella and wear appropriate clothing. If heavy rain or severe weather is forecasted, we will notify registrants 24 hours ahead. In the case of heavy rain or severe weather, A2AC will provide a full refund or give you a credit to use on a future mural tour. Mid to late summer 2025 dates will be posted at the beginning of July.
ABOUT A2AC ART IN PUBLIC:
Launched in 2018, the A2AC Art in Public initiative has supported and assisted in the creation of over 30 murals and four alleyway installations throughout downtown Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. The program connects building and business owners with local, regional, and national artists to transform blank walls and open spaces into vibrant public artworks. These small and large-scale pieces not only enhance the urban landscape but also offer residents and visitors an opportunity to experience contemporary art as part of everyday life in Ann Arbor and the broader Washtenaw County region.
