Kerrytown, Ann Arbor
Kerrytown | |
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Cultural enclave and neighborhoods | |
.jpg) Kerrytown Market & Shops | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Washtenaw |
| City | Ann Arbor |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern Standard Time (North America)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern Daylight Time (North America)) |
| ZIP code | 48104 |
| Area code | 734 |
| Website | Kerrytown.org |
Kerrytown is a historic district in Ann Arbor, Michigan.[1] It is approximately bound by Main Street to the west, Depot Street to the north, Division Street to the east, and Huron Street to the south.[2] It is known for its brick streets and sidewalks, diverse array of shops, and vibrant culture.[1] It is home to several iconic establishments, including the Ann Arbor Farmers Market,[3] the Kerrytown Concert House,[4] Zingerman's Deli,[5] the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum,[5] and Community High School.[6] Kerrytown is also known for its LGBT population and progressive politics.[7]
History
Kerrytown was part of the original Village of Annarbour, incorporated in 1833,[8] and was named after County Kerry, Ireland.[8]
The Kerrytown District Association organizes events in the neighborhood.[9] In July 2017, the Association began First Fridays, an event occurring on the first Friday of every month to promote local business and tourism.[9] Kerrytown also hosts an annual Christmas tree lighting.[10]
Ann Arbor Pride, the pride parade of Ann Arbor, has been celebrated annually in Kerrytown since 1994.[11][12] The neighborhood is also home to Aut Bar, the only gay bar in Ann Arbor, established in 1995.[13][14]
Gallery
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Community High School -
Michigan Central Railroad Depot -
Street musician
References
- ^ a b Ammeson, Jane (2010-07-04). "Quirky Kerrytown: Ann Arbor neighborhood filled with eclectic shops". MLive.com. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- ^ "Kerrytown Walking Map". Kerrytown.org. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- ^ Haynes, Jessica (2017-05-04). "Ann Arbor Farmers Market opens for spring season with food trucks on the way". MLive.com. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- ^ Eberbach, Jennifer (2014-09-19). "Kerrytown Concert House founder passes the torch after 30 years". MLive.com. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- ^ a b "Kerrytown". www.annarbor.org. Retrieved 2020-04-09.
- ^ Biolchini, Amy (2014-02-10). "Community High School lottery: 1 in 3 students will get in". MLive.com. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- ^ Twiddy, Brianne. "Ann Arbor Pride to feature drag queens, exhibits and yoga". MLive.com. Retrieved August 14, 2019.
- ^ a b Smith, Patti (2014). Downtown Ann Arbor. Images of America. Charleston, South Carolina: Arcadia Publishing. p. 99.
{{cite book}}: External link in|ref= - ^ a b Haynes, Jessica (2017-07-05). "Ann Arbor's Kerrytown District starting First Fridays event". MLive.com. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- ^ Moran, Darcie. "Santa Claus visits Ann Arbor's Kerrytown Tree Lighting". MLive.com. Retrieved November 28, 2017.
- ^ Duong, Francesca. "Thousands celebrate at Ann Arbor Pride". MichiganDaily.com. Retrieved August 14, 2019.
- ^ Lewandowski, Mary. "Live music, drag queens featured during Ann Arbor Pride festival". MLive.com. Retrieved August 14, 2019.
- ^ Robinson, Elissa. "Popular gay bar in Ann Arbor vandalized: 'I feel violated'". Freep.com. Retrieved October 19, 2017.
- ^ Knake, Lindsay (2017-08-25). "Gay pride flags torn down, lights smashed at Aut Bar in Ann Arbor". MLive.com. Retrieved October 19, 2017.