Local study spots: Editors’ picks

By Lilly Kujawski | Editor
Nicholas Ketchum | Deputy Editor

Cultivate Coffee and Tap House

307 N. River St., Ypsilanti

Buzzing with energy and equipped with coffee, brews and snacks, Cultivate is ideal for group projects. The oversized tables and open environment invite collaboration. With lots of power outlets and good wifi, you don’t need to worry about connectivity issues.

Panera Bread (Downtown Ann Arbor)

777 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor

With plenty of food options and basement seating, Panera is a great place for group meet-ups. The warm colors and busy atmosphere can provide a much-needed energy boost when you have a lot to do.

Ann Arbor District Library (Westgate Branch)

2503 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor

The Westgate branch of the public library makes a great choice for a group study session. There are a number of study rooms available to spread out in and a Sweetwaters Coffee and Tea shop located within the library, so the caffeine source is never far away. There’s plenty of free parking and easy expressway access.

Matthaei Botanical Gardens

1800 N. Dixboro Road, Ann Arbor

Work on homework surrounded by exotic plants and tropical atmosphere in the botanical gardens. With sporadic tables and benches located throughout the gardens, this spot is better for studying flashcards and reading a book, instead of work that requires a laptop.

The University of Michigan Museum of Art

525 S. State St., Ann Arbor

Get your creative juices flowing in an environment full of masterpieces. With coffee for sale in the museum gift shop and downstairs seating available, it’s a great place to study with a change of scenery.

Kerrytown Markets

407 N. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor

With tables scattered throughout the marketplace and big, airy windows, Kerrytown Markets is a creative area to work on homework. Plus, you’re located just steps away from Sweetwaters, the Lunch Room, Sparrow Market and Monohan’s Seafood Market—perfect for a much-needed snack break.

University of Michigan Law Library

801 Monroe St., Ann Arbor

Situated in an impressive gothic structure, the law library’s reading room offers a sumptuous and sophisticated atmosphere that’ll inspire your studies. The building’s entrance is accessible to non-law students from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Non-law students already inside the reading room may stay after 7 p.m.

Sweetwaters Coffee and Tea (Northside)

3393 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor

Located on the north side with ample parking, Sweetwaters’ unique bath of natural sunlight streams through floor-to-ceiling windows, which face south and west. You’ll often find a variety of seating options near power outlets as well as noise levels compatible with studying.

Crazy Wisdom Bookstore and Tea Room

114 S. Main St., Ann Arbor

Tucked upstairs, the Crazy Wisdom tea shop offers a warm and peaceful ambiance. Grab a seat by the window to enjoy the sunshine and a skyline backdrop. The tea room is quiet and cozy, with light fare, hot tea and coffee drinks for sale.

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