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Kalamazoo, Michigan may be most famous for its unique name, but it actually has much more to offer. Home to research oriented Western Michigan University, as well as major industrial and pharmaceutical corporations, Kalamazoo is famous for innovation. The immense Air Zoo features restored historic aircraft, a flight simulator, a 4-D theater and the Michigan Space Science Center, with 17,000-square-feet of exhibits dedicated to everything space related, from Moon Rocks to Russian space suits.
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1. Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 242 reviews
Reviewed By TravelReview2 - Michigan
There have been great improvements and additions to the museum since they've opened, and it's become the perfect place to spend an afternoon with little ones. Lots of hands-on enriching activities, fun movies, and a super clean and organized environment. Our grandkids love coming here, and we love how we're able to interact with them on all the activities.
2. Air Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 471 reviews
With 100+ rare and unique air & spacecraft, amazing interactive exhibits, "hands-on" science experiences, indoor amusement park rides, full-motion flight simulators, a 4D theater, and much, much more, the Air Zoo in Portage, MI is your one-stop spot for educational family fun! Voted the #1 Museum in Michigan by American Towns Media and the "Best of Michigan" website, and also as the "Best Place to Spend the Day With Your Family" and "Best Place to Take Out of Towners", the Air Zoo is standing by to entertain and educate, and truly has something for everyone!
Reviewed By Greg M - Kalamazoo, Michigan
We have been many times and love this place. Great way to spend an afternoon. Love when they have open cockpits, and can’t wait until summer so we can ride the Bi plane again . Very friendly staff and very informative !
3. Bell's Comstock Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
The Comstock Brewery is home to our 200-barrel system and 50-barrel system, where beers like Oberon and Two Hearted are produced. The "Brew Gallery" was designed with visitors in mind and is just a short 12-minute drive from Bell's original brewery and Eccentric Cafe located in downtown Kalamazoo. Each tour does include 2 oz. samples. Visit our website for updates on specialty tour options and to reserve your spot on one of our tours.
Reviewed By htalk - Hillsdale, Michigan
I took my employees here for an employee appreciation day and we could not have been more impressed. So accommodating, generous, knowledgeable, and dedicated to what they sell. They told us that they like good people, and we certainly saw that in each person that...MoreWe're so glad we were able to have you visit us and that you all enjoyed your time here! Thanks very much for the kind words. We'll certainly share this with our tour team. We'll be looking forward to seeing you again in the future!
4. Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
A visual arts museum with 11 galleries featuring 3-4 loaned exhibitions and permanent collection galleries focused on American art. Free and family programming includes a first-Friday Art Hop, monthly Art Detectives gathering on the 2nd Saturday of the month; and a Friday Teen Night. A family gallery offers hands-on fun for children 2 and up, with a black light corner, book nook, mechanical drawing "robots", pegboard art-making, a drawing walli, even a n antique communication device: a typewriter!
Reviewed By frankjs2015 - Kalamazoo, Michigan
The KIA is a wonderful museum with exhibits that are often more common in larger cities. Numerous openings, lectures and special events are offered. The world class Art school offers dozens of classes for all ages and skill levels. Annual art sales offer great locally produced works at very reasonable prices. Gift shop has a wonderful selection of high quality items. Website always updated with current information. A true gem!
5. Escapology
Overall Ratings
5 based on 192 reviews
Portage's original premium real life escape game experience! Located in a prime spot on Portage Road, up to 6 players will be challenged in this new attraction by working together to find clues, solve puzzles, and open locks to free themselves from the game room. Do you have what it takes to escape?
Reviewed By mdzag3 - Three Rivers, Michigan
My husband and I took our kids, home from college, to Escapology. It was a fun activity that all four of us enjoyed! The atmosphere was fun and the staff were nice and helpful. I loved how the room(s) were realistic to the theme and...MoreHello! It's great to know that your family enjoyed our Escape Rooms! We will make sure to pass your "Thank You" on to Riley. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave this very nice review. We hope to see you all again!
6. Kalamazoo Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By Dave H - Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin
You have to go here. Excellent nature center with beautiful hiking trails. Jillian was a most accommodating host and an avid naturalist. Great place for kids. If it wasn't for the humidity that day I would have spent the whole day. Beautiful mature sugar maple/beech forest. My favorite place in the Kalamazoo area.
7. Bank Street Farmer's Market
Overall Ratings
5 based on 55 reviews
Kalamazoo's original farmers market featuring over 100 vendors weekly. The Kalamazoo Farmers Markets mission is to connect customers and market businesses through honest relationships & support community and local economies through a thriving market culture. Everyone is welcome. We accept SNAP benefits, Double Up Food Bucks, WIC Project FRESH and Senior Market FRESH coupons.
Reviewed By Kim M
My daughter and I went for the food trucks! It took a few minutes to find parking but that wasn't a big deal! There were so many booths/vendors with different products, it was awesome! The music was a nice addition and the food trucks were awesome as well! We can't wait to go back!
8. Gene the Pumpkin Man
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By Bruce H - Kalamazoo, Michigan
I first visited Gene in 1970. For several years I helped him pick up pumpkins, tons each fall. Our kids and grandkids loved going there over the past 46 years. Gene has tractors (orange of course) the kids can check out and often an unbelievable array of pumpkins and squash you can handle and buy. (GREAT FOR PHOTOS OF THE KIDS!). You can also buy honey from bees that fed on pumpkin blossoms and a very practical little cookbook. Best of all - have your kid talk to Gene! Gene loves kids and HE IS MEMORABLE! You buy a memory when you buy from Gene (and the pumpkins are good too). Don't forget to snap lots of pictures.
9. Kalamazoo State Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
The State Theatre has been a fixture in downtown Kalamazoo since 1927. The original founder of the theatre was Colonel William Butterfield. John Eberson was the renowned architect who designed the theatre. In line with theatre design conventions of the era, the idea was to create a unique atmospheric effect. The early roots of the theatre were found in the Vaudevillian tradition of performance. Many acts that frequented the State Theatre included opera, dramas, big bands, ballet, dance reviews, stage shows and movies.
Reviewed By Serenity449 - Kalamazoo, Michigan
The audiences here are the finest in the world. Small Venue Artists enjoy the setting. They return year after year. We love the ones that play and they love us enough to play again. We Dance in front of the stage. They play, we dance. They play we respond. Not a dead audience here.
10. Farmers Alley Theatre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Kal-Traveler - Kalamazoo, MI
Saw "Forever Plaid" and "Singing Siblings" on two different nights. Each was very enjoyable. As mentioned, this is a small, intimate theater. Drinks are available. Often local talent and very professional. All seats good. Will return for other productions.
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