Flint, MI, boasts a variety of astounding tourist attractions. Get behind the wheel of a Chevy Equinox or Tahoe and take a drive to admire the artworks in the second-largest art museum in Michigan, explore the night skies at the state’s largest and most technologically advanced planetarium, and discover outstanding historical sites.
1. Flint Institute of Arts
The Flint Institute of Arts at 1120 East Kearsley Street in Flint is the second-largest art museum in the state and one of the country’s largest museum-connected community art schools. The institute’s world-renowned collection of art and artifacts, which exceeds 8,500 objects, is impressive. Admire works from across the Americas, European, African, and Asian art, including paintings and sculptures dating back to the 15th century.
Additionally, the decorative and applied arts collection is extensive, spanning an incredible five millennia. The institute hosts a variety of interpretive programs, guided tours, art classes, workshops, and studio demonstrations throughout the year.
2. Applewood Estate
The magnificent Applewood Estate, with its beautiful Jacobean Revival style house, breathtaking formal gardens, and apple orchard boasting 29 heirloom varieties, after which the estate was named, at 1400 East Kearsley Street, is a Michigan Historic Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places. Applewood was the historic home of automotive pioneer and baron Charles Stewart Mott and is an integral part of Flint’s history.
The house was designed by architect Herbert Davis, C.S.’s brother-in-law, and was built in 1916 as a family home with big airy rooms to entertain friends on his hobby farm. C.S.’s first wife, Ethel, chose the furnishings on display in the house, and he and his fourth wife, Ruth, collected the outstanding exhibits of American and European artworks.
3. Longway Planetarium
Explore the vast universe and marvel at the beauty of the stars and planets at Longway Planetarium at 1310 East Kearsley Street in Flint, the state’s largest and most advanced planetarium. The planetarium, with its state-of-the-art Digistar 7 projection system, offers informative shows by knowledgeable astronomers on the solar system, constellations, stars, and planets.
Immerse yourself in one of the fascinating and captivating 45-minute shows in the dome, or take part in a planetarium workshop or a field trip to admire the night skies over Michigan and discover the wonders of the universe.
4. The Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad
Transport yourself to a simpler era with a visit to the charming Crossroads Village, a Great Lakes town from the turn of the twentieth century, at 6140 Bray Road in Flint. The town boasts over 34 historic structures and a bustling community eager to greet you.
Hop on the Huckleberry Railroad, an authentic Baldwin steam locomotive and trundle down the tracks to Mott Lake, enjoy a performance at the Colwell Opera House, board the Genesee Belle, an 1800s paddlewheel riverboat replica, and learn a new trade from one of the skilled artisans.
Flint offers a broad range of fascinating attractions and unforgettable experiences. While you’re in town, drop by Randy Wise Chevrolet for top-quality vehicles and exceptional customer care.
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