Music museums in Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum is a unique institution located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. The museum's primary focus is on interactive exhibits that aim to foster a love for science in both children and adults. The museum achieves this by promoting science literacy through hands-on experimentation, exploration, and education.

The collection boasts a variety of unique and historically significant instruments. These include the trumpet collection of Armando Ghitalla, the former principal trumpeter of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and professor at the University of Michigan; a collection of violin bows from Jerry Tetewsky; the first commercially produced Moog synthesizer by Robert Moog from 1964; and the theremin used during the broadcasts of the radio series The Green Hornet from 1936 to 1952. These pieces provide a glimpse into the evolution of musical instruments and the history of music itself.

The Kempf House Museum, also known as the Henry Bennett House or the Reuben Kempf House, is a significant historical site located at 312 South Division Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This museum offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the rich history of the area and the people who lived there.