Jackson is a lovely south-central Michigan city, located approximately half an hour west of Ann Arbor and south of Lansing. The city, which is known as the birthplace of the modern American Republican Party in 1854, has become a vibrant cultural center today, known for its excellent historical museums and attractions.
Visitors can learn about 19th-century life at the Waterloo Farm Museum or the Dewey School Museum or step back in time to the Victorian era at living history museums like the Mann House and the Coe House Museum. The state's military history is on display at the Michigan Military Heritage Museum. Iconic Cascade Falls, the city's aesthetic centerpiece, showcases lighted cascading waterfall displays throughout the day. Arts experiences abound, from performances at the Michigan Theatre to live concerts at CP Federal City Square.