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Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center

1516 S. Cranbrook, Birmingham 48009 (248) 644-0866 • www.bbartcenter.org

The center offers studio classes, workshops, art history classes for all ages, art camps for children, juried exhibitions and Michigan Fine Arts Competition. Works may be purchased at the Gallery Shop. Closed Sundays.

Whether you’re visiting, thinking of moving here or are lucky to call one of 5 B’s or Franklin home, take advantage of the wonderful gardens, parks, galleries, museums, and community theater groups that seem to be “just around the corner”. Enjoy the next few pages of favorite venues and others that may take you on a new adventure. Check if there are any admission fees and hours of operation, since many attractions are seasonal and adjust their hours appropriately. But most of all, get out and go – you need them, they need you – a match made in heaven – HAVE FUN!

Birmingham Village Players

34660 Woodward, Birmingham 48009 (248) 644-2075 (tickets) www.birminghamvillageplayers.com

A 100 year old community theatre presenting 5 major productions. A youth theatre featuring 2 musicals. Also, a summer theatre arts camp and playwright’s work program.

Cranbrook Educational Community

39221 Woodward Ave. Bloomfield Hills 48304 www.cranbrook.edu

Cranbrook Art Museum – (248) 645-3323. (248) 645-3323 • www.cranbrookartmuseum.org

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This contemporary art museum built by Finnish architect Eliel Saarinen in 1942, houses permanent and changing exhibitions and features a state-of-the-art Collectors Wing. A store selling works by students, faculty, books, prints, giftware, etc. also on site.

Cranbrook House and Gardens (248) 645-3147 www.housegardens.cranbrook.edu

Emagine Palladium Theater

209 Hamilton Row, Birmingham 48009 (248) 385-0500 and Birmingham 8

211 S. Old Woodward, Birmingham 48009 (248) 723-6230 www.emagine-entertainment.com/theatres

The Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center has numerous programs, classes and exhibitions that demonstrate ART is universal in application, enjoyment, diversity and understanding. Your best bet is to log on to www.bbArtCenter.org to find the programs being offered and/or what exhibitions are showing. There could also be protocols that might impact how the program will be held or affect your participation. Just remember it’s –MORE THAN JUST ART!

Birmingham Concert Band

P.O. Box 335, Birmingham 48012

(313) 737-7662 • www.birminghamconcertband.com

This community band is open to all adults with previous instrumental ensemble experience or plan a concert band instrument. Practices are weekly and will perform at special events (for a fee). The “BCB Entertainers” is a subset of this group and is also available by calling (248) 642-0397. Log on to website for concert schedule.

The Birmingham Museum

556 W. Maple Road • Birmingham 48009

(248) 530-1928 • www.bhamgov.org

The museum and park are made up of the1822 Hunter House, 1928 Allen House and John West Hunter Historic Park. Linked by the History Plaza, the complex is a must-see or those interested in the areas of history. Admission is $5.00 for Students and Seniors and $7.00 for adults. Single admission includes a tour of the Allen and Hunter Houses.

Designed by Albert Kahn in 1908 for the founders of Cranbrook (George and Ellen Booth), it is the oldest surviving manor home in Metro Detroit. The 40 acres of diverse gardens were originally designed by Mr. Booth. House tours June through October.

Cranbrook Institute of Science

(248) 645-3200 • www.science.cranbrook.edu

Explore science, technology and natural history through exhibits, hands-on activities and planetarium. For hours, ticket prices and other information log on to their website.

Saarinen House

(248) 645-3307 www.center.cranbrook.edu

Built in 1930, it is considered an Art Deco masterwork. It was the home and studio of Eliel and Loja and their son Eero. Open May through October for public walk-in and private tours. Call the center for exact dates and times.

Smith House

(248) 645-3307 www.center.cranbrook.edu

Frank Lloyd Wright “Smith House” located in Bloomfield Hills; this classic Usonian home is open for tours from May through October. Call the Center for more info.

Both are Limited capacity neighborhood theaters incorporating reclining chairs, gourmet snacks, reserved seating, in-seat service and other upscale amenities such as valet parking.

Franklin Cider Mill

7450 Franklin Rd., Bloomfield Hills 48301 (248) 626-8261 www.franklincidermill.com

A living piece of local history with the best cider and donuts you will ever have. Seasonal, so make sure you check the dates it opens and closes as well as the hours of operation.

St. Dunstan’s Theatre

400 Lone Pine Rd, Bloomfield Hills, 48304 (844) 386-7826 • www.stdunstanstheatre.com

Independent non-profit community theatre group on the grounds of the Cranbrook Community.

The Community House is a nonprofit that is home to those seeking continuity between personal, professional, philanthropic and recreational pursuits. For more information about events schedules, tickets, etc. contactThe Community House

380 South Bates St., Birmingham, 48009 248-644-5832 www.communityhouse.com