Chelsea – Attractions
Barn Sanctuary
20179 McKernan, Chelsea • (734) 270–6845
Rescues and rehabilitates abused and neglected farmed animals while providing a safe haven where they can recover and thrive. Tours (with advance registration) include meeting the animals and learning more about their backgrounds. Field trips, group tours, and public tours are offered May–Oct. Private tours held year-round. jenny@barnsanctuary.org, barnsanctuary.org V
Chelsea Clock Tower
320 N. Main, Chelsea
Built in 1907 as a water tower by the Glazier Stove Company. The renovation of the factory complex created office and retail spaces; additional renovated buildings surround a courtyard that now holds community events. The Chelsea Depot is available for rent and hosts the On The Tracks Songwriter Showcase.
Chelsea Depot
125 Jackson St. • (734) 593–7043
The beautifully restored depot hosts concerts and private gatherings. On The Tracks, a music and songwriting showcase, happens first Wed. Sept.–May (onthetrackschelsea.com). To rent the depot, email Marsi at rentals@chelseadepot.com. chelseadepot.com
Chelsea District Library
221 S. Main • (734) 475–8732
CDL is an access point for the internet and information, including books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, e-books, streaming content, subscription databases, toys and tools in the CDL Garage, and the Ingenuity Engine makerspace. Presents timely, engaging, high-quality programs and events to educate, entertain, and enrich the Chelsea community, schools, and stakeholders. Mon.–Thurs. 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–3 p.m., Sun. 1–5 p.m. chelseadistrictlibrary.org
Chelsea Farmers Markets
(734) 593–6806
Locally grown, seasonal, and fresh produce, baked goods, meats, cheeses, eggs, artisan and body care products, hot prepared food, nutritional information, and food assistance programs. May-Oct. Wed. 1-5 p.m. Chelsea State Bank parking lot (Old US-12/S. Main); Sat. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Palmer Commons (304 S. Main). See website for online ordering and pick up information and winter market updates. coordinator@chelseafarmersmkt.org, chelseafarmersmkt.org
Chelsea Milling Company
201 W. North St., Chelsea
Landmark silos mark the home of one of the nation’s most resilient family companies, which began milling wheat and corn from surrounding farms in 1878. The present line of 14 mixes began with Jiffy biscuit mix in 1930. jiffymix.com
Oak Grove Cemetery
Middle at Madison • (734) 475–3332
Established 1860. The names of many of Chelsea’s pioneer families, including Holmes, Congdon, Kemp, and Glazier, may be found among the markers on this 23-acre burial ground. Winding paths and mature trees grace the cemetery, with majestic stone towers at its entrance and a fieldstone vault. oakgrovechelsea.com
Waterloo Farm Museum
13493 Waterloo Munith Rd., Grass Lake • (804) 596–2254
Exhibits of 19th-century farming life maintained by the Waterloo Area Historical Society. Open June–Aug., Sat. 1–5 p.m. Annual events include Christmas on the Farm; Blacksmith, Soldiers and Log Cabin Weekend; Antique Tractor, Truck & Farm Equipment Show; and Pioneer Day. The nearby Dewey School Museum is open during most events, and by arrangement for school programs. waterloofarmmuseum.org
