YpsiWrites:
A Public Art & Writing Tour
Ready to explore Ypsilanti through art and writing? We’ve partnered with the University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) to create tours that take you on an adventure through our community. Each stop highlights a specific piece or art, including Ypsilanti’s colorful and inspiring murals, sculptures, drawings, architecture, and found art.
Spend time responding to the writing prompts included with your tour packets. Let your imagination wander and enjoy experiencing all of the creativity that Ypsilanti has to offer!
All groups and solo writers are invited to participate in these family-friendly tours.
Parking and bus stop information is included on each map.
Four Ways to Get Your Tour Packets
Choose the neighborhood you want to explore and download the tour packet below:
Pick up tour packets at the Ypsilanti District Library’s Whittaker, Michigan, and Superior branches or the YDL Bookmobile.
Download tour packets at the University of Michigan Museum of Art’s website.
Scan the QR codes on posters about the Public Art & Writing Tour around Ypsilanti to access the tour packets on your phone.
Share Your Writing
We'd love for you to share your writing with others who are participating in the Public Art and Writing Tour!
You can submit your work to be published on our website by filling out our Google form.
You can get some feedback on your work by scheduling a writing consultation with one of our consultants.
We are indebted to the following individuals and organizations
Ypsilanti District Library
University of Michigan Museum of Art
Ypsilanti Community Schools
Designer: Emily Considine
Volunteer team: Diane Winder, Beth Sabo, Angela Knight, Amy Wright, Pam McCombs, Azim Rattansi, Katie Dudek