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Ypsi Artisans Spring Market

May 11 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/wastesoul

Location

Ypsilanti Freighthouse

100 Market Place

Ypsilanti, MI 48198

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Description

Explore a diverse selection from over 40 Ypsilanti-based small businesses, crafters and nonprofit organizations at Ypsi Artisans Spring Market.

Event cost: Free admission

Event time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 11, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/ypsi-artisans-market/1593210804697096/

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Washtenaw County

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