The University of Michigan Museum of Art's historic home, Alumni Memorial Hall, is projected to re-open in early 2009. |
General InformationIn June 2006, the Museum of Art’s historic home for more than 50 years—Alumni Memorial Hall—closed to the public in order to prepare for a $41.9 million restoration and expansion. Through 2008 the Museum will operate a temporary exhibition space called UMMA Off/Site. Located immediately adjacent to the University’s central campus at the corner of South University and South Forest (please see map), this lively loft gallery will present exhibitions devoted to photography, film, and video, as well as housing a modest Museum shop and offering public programs including tours and special events. UMMA Off/Site 24-hour information hotline: 734.763.UMMA DirectionsThe Ann Arbor Transit Authority bus 36 stops at UMMA Off/Site and several other routes have stops within walking distance of the gallery. Visit www.theride.org for more information. From I-94 west take State Street exit 177. Go north 2.5 miles and turn right on South University (just before the Museum of Art). UMMA Off/Site is at the northeast corner of South University and Forest. From US-23 south: Take Washtenaw Avenue exit. Go west, stay to right. Turn left at South University. UMMA Off/Site is on your right at the corner of South University and South Forest. ParkingSee map at left. HoursTuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 11-6 Free Admission
Staff LocationFrom summer 2006 through early 2009, staff offices will be located in the University’s Rackham Building, 915 East Washington, Ann Arbor; 734.764.0395 phone; 734.764.3731 fax. |
