College of Literature, Science and the Arts, Ann Arbor
The College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) at the University of Michigan is the university鈥檚 largest and oldest academic division, dating back to its founding in 1841. Centrally located on the university鈥檚 historic Central Campus, the college is housed in a cluster of stately buildings near the iconic Diag, including Angell Hall with its recognizable neoclassical fa莽ade. Visitors walking through this area are surrounded by a mix of modern and classical architecture, green spaces, and student activity that reflect the university鈥檚 long-standing academic and cultural influence.
LSA encompasses more than 100 academic departments and programs across the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. While the buildings themselves serve as lecture halls and research centers, they also contain public exhibits, reading rooms, and galleries that are often open to the public. For instance, Angell Hall鈥檚 Fishbowl鈥攁 large computer lab with sweeping windows鈥攈as become a small landmark in its own right, and the adjacent Mason and Haven Halls often host student art or poster presentations visible to passersby.
The college plays an important role in shaping intellectual life on campus. Its faculty includes Pulitzer Prize winners, MacArthur Fellows, and world-renowned researchers, contributing to a vibrant scholarly atmosphere. Tourists interested in campus culture may also encounter student-led events, impromptu performances, and public talks in and around LSA buildings. The location鈥檚 proximity to other cultural attractions鈥攕uch as the University of Michigan Museum of Art and the Hatcher Graduate Library鈥攎akes it a natural stop during a visit to Ann Arbor.
LSA encompasses more than 100 academic departments and programs across the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. While the buildings themselves serve as lecture halls and research centers, they also contain public exhibits, reading rooms, and galleries that are often open to the public. For instance, Angell Hall鈥檚 Fishbowl鈥攁 large computer lab with sweeping windows鈥攈as become a small landmark in its own right, and the adjacent Mason and Haven Halls often host student art or poster presentations visible to passersby.
The college plays an important role in shaping intellectual life on campus. Its faculty includes Pulitzer Prize winners, MacArthur Fellows, and world-renowned researchers, contributing to a vibrant scholarly atmosphere. Tourists interested in campus culture may also encounter student-led events, impromptu performances, and public talks in and around LSA buildings. The location鈥檚 proximity to other cultural attractions鈥攕uch as the University of Michigan Museum of Art and the Hatcher Graduate Library鈥攎akes it a natural stop during a visit to Ann Arbor.
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Sight Name: College of Literature, Science and the Arts
Sight Location: Ann Arbor, USA (See walking tours in Ann Arbor)
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Walking Tours in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Create Your Own Walk in Ann Arbor
Creating your own self-guided walk in Ann Arbor is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
University of Michigan Walking Tour
Ann Arbor is a home to the sprawling University of Michigan 鈥� one of America鈥檚 best public educational institutions, attracting top students and faculty from all over the world.
Founded in 1817 in Detroit as the University of Michigania, 20 years before the territory became a state, this university is Michigan's oldest. The school was moved to Ann Arbor in 1837. Among its alumni there... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Founded in 1817 in Detroit as the University of Michigania, 20 years before the territory became a state, this university is Michigan's oldest. The school was moved to Ann Arbor in 1837. Among its alumni there... view more
Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Ann Arbor Introduction Walking Tour
A western exurb of Detroit, the charming green college town of Ann Arbor possesses a unique charm and down-home atmosphere 鈥� a combination of big-city amenities and a small-town vibe.
It started off as a small strip of land registered in 1825 as "Annarbour", named after the wives of its co-founders, both called Ann, and the stands of bur oak trees. Following the move of the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
It started off as a small strip of land registered in 1825 as "Annarbour", named after the wives of its co-founders, both called Ann, and the stands of bur oak trees. Following the move of the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Ann Arbor's Historical Buildings
Founded in the 1820s and centered on the University of Michigan, the city of Ann Arbor boasts hundreds of splendid buildings, many of which are included in the National Register. The U-M campus itself was registered as Historic District in 1978.
The abundance of down-home charm, especially in the historic district, is richly complemented by plethora of time-tested architectural landmarks in... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
The abundance of down-home charm, especially in the historic district, is richly complemented by plethora of time-tested architectural landmarks in... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles