Lansing, Michigan Travel Guide
Lansing is Michigan’s state capitol and home of the Spartans and Michigan State University. Lansing is known best for MSU football, state government happenings, and farming and agriculture. But Greater Lansing is also home to several breweries and wineries, farm-to-table dining, and Wharton Center for the Performing Arts. Check out the full post for my Lansing Travel Guide, with tips on where to stay and what to see and do in Michigan’s capitol city.
Afternoon Tea at the Townsend
Tea at the Townsend would definitely wow for Mother’s Day, birthdays, showers, and other celebrations. The table is set with china, silver, fresh flowers, and the most colorful array of food. Enjoy raspberry tea, sparkling mimosas, and delicate tea sandwiches. Colorful berries and fruits, spring green salads, and fresh-baked scones. And the loveliest assortment of crisp macarons, raspberry mousse kisses, and tiny frosted cakes. Tea at the Townsend is frilly, fancy, and a very special treat!
Ann Arbor Peony Garden
Michigan summer must-do: the peony garden at Nichols Arboretum in Ann Arbor! The peonies bloom each Memorial Day through early June. You only need an hour to explore the gardens. Entry to the gardens is free, but you’ll have to pay to park on the street or in the lot nearby. Make sure to bring your camera, and you could even dress up to take outfit photos or family pictures.
May Bucket List
Happy May, whimsies! Today’s post features 31 ways to celebrate May, with a creative idea for doing something special each and every day of the month. I hope you enjoy these creative tips for celebrating the season, reveling in the sunshine, and catching up with family and friends. From gardening, to spring produce, to offbeat holidays, there are lots of simple ways to make the most of this beautiful blooming month!
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Where to See the Cherry Blossoms in Michigan in April
The cherry blossoms are in bloom at @meijergardens in @experiencegrandrapids!🌸This is the first time we’ve driven out to see their cherry blossom bloom, and there were two areas to see them: the Cherry Tree Promenade in the Japanese Garden and this line of trees in the perennial garden. Between the cherry blossom bloom AND the butterfly bloom in the conservatory today, the gardens were PACKED! We went in early afternoon in full sun, and it was very tricky to get photos between the harsh lighting and the crowds. But the blooms were beautiful, and the sky was a gorgeous blue, so it’s a trade-off. We actually preferred these trees in the perennial garden to those along the promenade because we had them entirely to ourselves.🤫If you want to make it out to see the cherry blossom bloom at M
Brys Estate Secret Garden
Michigan's Old Mission Peninsula is home to rolling vineyards and winery tasting rooms. One of the peninsula’s most popular is Brys Estate Vineyard and Winery, best known for their signature frose and sunny deck overlooking the vines. After enjoying a tasting flight at the winery, drive back to the gardens where you’ll be greeted with rows of lavender, strawberries, and u-pick flowers. Open Memorial Day through mid October, Brys Secret Garden is a must-visit on your next trip to Traverse City!
The Peony Garden at Nichols Arboretum
One of southeast Michigan’s summer must-dos is visiting the peony garden at Nichols Arboretum in Ann Arbor. The peonies bloom each Memorial Day through early to mid June. You only need an hour to explore the gardens. Entry to the gardens is free, but you’ll have to pay to park on the street or in the lot nearby. Make sure to bring your camera, and you could even dress up to take outfit photos or family pictures.
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