LANSING 1 HR FROM DETROIT

Take a trip to Michigan's Capitol city for a day of family fun that's not too far away.

Start your trip at Michigan State University.

Soak up the sun and explore the storybook themed 4-H Children's Garden. Kids will have fun exploring the colorful gardens and finding hidden play spaces along the way. Afterwards, enjoy the best ice cream around from the MSU Dairy Store.

From East Lansing, head downtown to get your picture at the Capitol Building and take a tour of the building - maybe you'll see your local legislator!

Afterwards, spend time at Impression 5 Science Center or the Michigan History Museum for hands-on family fun.

End your day on Hawk Island with a picnic and a nature walk, or cool down at the splash pad and run around the playground.