DISCOVER GREATER LANSING

Spartans are encouraged to explore MSU’s host community of East Lansing, as well as the surrounding Greater Lansing Area.

DOWNTOWN EAST LANSING

Downtown East Lansing is vibrant, diverse and charming. Tree-lined streets and patio cafes add to the energy of downtown East Lansing, the home of Michigan State University. Enjoy shops, restaurants, entertainment, galleries and more.

The Downtown East Lansing website offers a resource directory organized into four sections: Art Galleries, Places to Eat, Services, and Shopping. Local Prayer provides a comprehensive list of places of worship in the Greater East Lansing Area.

Conveniently located on Grand River Avenue, across the street from the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum, the Greater Lansing Visitor Center – East Lansing offers tons of resources to explore East Lansing and beyond!

GREATER LANSING AREA

Greater Lansing offers additional ways to make the most of your Spartan experience!

The Arts Council of Greater Lansing offers over 30 festivals celebrating art and culture through exhibits, performances, cultural activities, and educational opportunities.
The Greater Lansing Visitor Center is another great place to explore fun in the area!

MSU Off-Campus Life

MSU's Community Laision, now known as the Office of Community and Student Relations, has been promoting positive town-gown relations between MSU and Greater Lansing since 2006. We aim to increase University-Community relations and help students learn how to be good neighbors and community members.