Local Loop 2026: Flint and the Bay Region

On May 6-7, 2026, Spartan faculty and leaders will connect with and learn from communities in the Flint and Bay Region.

Tour route

Learn more about the locations on the Flint and Bay Region Local Loop.

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Spartan Bus Tour map showing 2026 Local Loop locations in Flint and Bay Region. Locations shown: 1. Flint Development Center, Flint; 2. UAW Sitdowners Monument Park, Flint; 3. Gloria Coles Flint Public Library, Flint; 4. Bavarian Inn Restaurant, Frankenmuth; 5. Zak & Mac’s Chocolate Haus and The Frankenmuth Woolen Mill, Frankenmuth; 6. Saginaw Valley Research & Extension Center, Frankenmuth; 7. USS Edson Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum, Bay City; 8. Delta College Planetarium, Bay City; 9. Wenonah Park, Bay City; 10. Michigan Sugar Company, Bay City; 11. Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, Saginaw; 12. Capitol Theatre, Flint; 13. Flint Farmers’ Market, Flint; 14. Charles Stewart Mott Department of Public Health, Flint; 15. Cowles House, East Lansing

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