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Thu Feb 26 2026 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm

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Nankin Mills Interpretive Center | Westland, MI

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Magnets and copper wires are two keys to electricity now and back when Nankin Mills was a hydroelectric power factory.
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HOME SCHOOL MAGNIFICENT MAGNETS

Thursday, February 26 from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM

Nankin Mills Interpretive Center, 33175 Ann Arbor Trail, Westland 48185

Magnets and copper wires are two keys to electricity now and back when Nankin Mills was a hydroelectric power factory. This will be a fun exploration with lots of hands-on activities with magnets.

The fee is $6.00 per student ($7 per student if out of county) and is recommended for ages five and older. Siblings younger than age five may attend for free, but please do not disrupt the program. Chaperones are free.

Pre-registration is required by calling (734) 261-1990 or by visiting Nankin Mills Interpretive Center, which is open 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Monday through Saturday (closed Noon-1:00 PM for lunch).

For more information, call (734) 261-1990.

Photo Policy: The staff of Wayne County Parks often take photos of participants taking part in sponsored programs or enjoying the parks. Please be aware that these photos are for promotional purposes to be used on the Wayne County website, in Wayne County Parks brochure and flyers, on social media and in newspapers without compensation. Participants consent to being photographed for such purposes, unless Wayne County Parks staff is notified otherwise.


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