Lansing to Saginaw Region of Michigan

Enjoy Summertime in Michigan Life's Region 5 Lansing and Saginaw Area

Michigan Life's Region 5 Lansing and Saginaw Area including Clinton County, Genesee County, Gratiot County, Ingham County, Livingston County, Saginaw County, and Shiawassee County.

Summertime in Region 5 Lansing and Saginaw Area

Region 5 Lansing and Saginaw Area

From Lansing to Saginaw - Michigan Life's Region 5 is full of exciting attractions and our State Capitol is in this region. Lansing is of course the Michigan State Capitol with a beautiful historic building that in itself is a tourist attraction and a must see for you and your family. As you travel towards Saginaw there are many must see's including the Children's Zoo at Celebration Square and the Mid-Michigan Children's Museum help make this region a favorite destination for the family vacation.

What to See and Do in Region 5 Lansing to Saginaw Area

Beaumont Tower is usually open to visitors during University Carillonneur Ray McLellan's weekly performances, which take place from noon to 12:30 p.m. on the day of student lessons.

May - October

Our trails take visitors through 56 acres of natural surroundings to see exotic animals such as primates, zebras, lions, reptiles, and parrots. There is a petting area and parakeet encounter for an up close and personal adventure with our animals.

The Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University is committed to exploring international contemporary culture and ideas through art. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Zaha Hadid, the museum features a striking façade of pleated stainless steel and glass, signaling the museum and the university’s dynamic vision.

The IQhub is a 501(c)3 non-profit museum with a mission to educate the public, while bridging the gap between agricultural producers and consumers, using interactive displays and presentations. The IQhub is an educational center for agricultural history, innovation and exploration.

Cooley Gardens belongs to the City of Lansing and is located just south of Lansing's central business district at Capitol Ave and Main St. Cooley Gardens is an eclectic garden, typical of formal estate gardens in the early part of the 20th century. It is composed of garden rooms enclosed by shrubbery, each with a different theme of planting.

Zehnder's Splash Village is one of the few indoor waterpark hotels in the Midwest with two distinct aquatic adventures offering something for the entire family. Thirty-two guest rooms feature an inside panoramic view of the Atrium Park.

Dusty's Wine Bar offers lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. Dusty's features an award winning wine list served in a relaxed "Wine Bar"-Bistro atmosphere. Wine Bar hours are Monday thru Thursday 11:00 am to 10:00 pm, Friday thru Saturday 11:00 am to 11:00 pm and Sunday 11:00 am to 9:00 pm. To make a reservation, call (517) 349-8680.

Creating family memories for 35 years! Enjoy 2 water slides, 4 indoor pools, 3 whirlpools, over 160 video games & so much more!

Each year, Woldumar Nature Center - a private, non-profit environmental education organization - attracts some 40,000 visitors from across mid-Michigan.

Schell Family Farm Overview
Here’s a look at our 250 acre property and activities

Christmas Trees
Over 40 Acres of Christmas Trees.

The Children’s Zoo features a variety of animals ranging from small insects to our large Clydesdale Horses. We are currently home to over 150 animals (and that’s not including the thousands of insects!) year round.

You may not be able to meet James and Marion Turner, but you can feel their smiles and maybe.... catch their pioneering spirit.

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