Saline – Attractions
The Creature Conservancy
4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. • (734) 929–9324
This nonprofit education center strives to foster a deep appreciation of wildlife that encourages a strong commitment to environmental protection. Visitors may see an alligator, warthog, cougar, and many other animals. Hosts events at their location or yours. Private tours, special events, First Friday adult (18+) events, school field trips, summer camps for age 6 through high school, kids camps, and birthday parties. Open Sat. & Sun. noon–5:30 p.m. Tickets at the door only: age 13+, $15; ages 2–12, $13; under 2, free. Includes educational animal presentation (programs change monthly), kids craft and enrichment area, and opportunity to see and learn about animals on display. [email protected], thecreatureconservancy.org
Davenport House
300 E. Michigan Ave.
You can’t go inside, or even walk on the park-size lawn, but this mint-green 1875 home (also known as the Curtiss Mansion) is worth seeing from the sidewalk. Built by banker William Davenport, it’s one of the finest examples of Second Empire architecture in the state. www.salinehistory.org/davenport-curtis-house
Emagine Entertainment
1335 E. Michigan Ave. • (734) 316–5500
Nine theaters with all-reserved seating, leather power-reclining seats, and food orders brought to your seat. EMX theater features large-format screen and surround sound. Two-person “cuddle couches” in the front row and monthly “dementia-friendly” screenings of classic movies with softer sound, ambient lighting, and a more relaxed atmosphere. Tickets sold online in advance. emagine-entertainment.com
Rentschler Farm Museum
1265 E. Michigan Ave. • (734) 944–0442
This historic site includes a 1907 farmhouse home to four generations of the Rentschler family, a vintage barn, hog house and hen house, a windmill, and antique tractors and equipment. Free tours for individuals and families; groups larger than 10 require a reservation and a fee of $1/person. Open every third Sat., May–Sept., noon.–3 p.m. Special events include Harvest Time on the Farm, US-12 Yard Sale, and Christmas on the Farm. [email protected], www.salinehistory.org/rentschler-farm-museum
Saline District Library
555 N. Maple • (734) 429–5450
A 33,000-square-foot building set on 14 wooded acres, the library houses more than 120,000 items, with downloadable audiobooks, e-books, movies, and music available online. Story hours, book discussion groups, summer reading programs, craft workshops, and lectures are offered for all ages. Mon.–Thurs. 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 1–5 p.m. Drive-up book drop open 24/7. salinelibrary.org
Saline Farmers Market
7265 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. (Liberty School, Nov.–Apr.) • 100 S. Ann Arbor St., parking lot 4 (May–Oct.) • (734) 681–0860
Fresh produce, meat, fish, poultry, cheese, eggs, baked goods, crafts, and gifts. May–Oct., Sat. 8 a.m.–noon; Nov.–Apr., Sat. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. [email protected], cityofsaline.org (search for farmers market)
Saline History & Depot Museum
402 N. Ann Arbor St. • (734) 944–0442
Centered on the 1870s Saline Depot, this complex also includes the station agent’s office, freight house, livery barn, a furnished caboose from 1884, and a restored Eclipse windmill. Walking/biking trail along the old railroad track. Local history exhibits; guide available. Open Sat. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. [email protected], www.salinehistory.org/depot-museum
Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. • (734) 429–3145
Established in 1955, this 40-acre facility hosts many events, including 4-H shows, auctions, model train expos, gun shows, tractor pulls, horse shows, book sales, pro wrestling, and the Saline Community Fair. [email protected], washtenawfarmcouncil.org
Weber-Blaess School
520 Woodland Dr. E. • (734) 401–4020
This relocated 1860s one-room schoolhouse is a living history museum. Open by appointment for visits, meetings, and functions. [email protected], www.salinehistory.org/weber-blass
Wellers
555 W. Michigan Ave. • (734) 429–2115
Part of the 13-acre Schuyler Mills Henry Ford Complex, this former mill and factory on the banks of the Saline River is on the National Register of Historic Places. Now a wedding venue, it includes air-conditioned banquet and reception facilities, an outdoor dance gazebo, a fire pit, and a place for riverside weddings. Open house every Sat. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Private tours by appointment. [email protected], wellersweddings.com