Versatile Workspace in Historic Frains Lake Schoolhouse.
tl;dr
- Space
- Frains Lake Schoolhouse is a 121 sqm (1,300 sq ft) open plan brand activation space for rent in Superior Township on the eastern edge of Ann Arbor, pairing an 1872 single room schoolhouse with a modern rear extension and a lakeside setting.
- Best For
- Gallery showings and art exhibitions with seated capacity for around 130, buyer previews and wholesale appointments using the installed fitting rooms, short run sample sales and temporary retail, creative workshops and maker sessions, and content studio or brand shoot days. All formats can be booked by the day.
- Standout Features
- Retail infrastructure is already in place and vetted by Fashion Week Venues, including fitting rooms, garment racks, display counters and a separate stock room behind the main floor. Also on site are a lighting rig with sound and video equipment, a complete kitchen suitable for catering setup, elevator access, a monitored security system, and free ground level parking at the door, making the space move-in ready.
- Location
- Downtown Ann Arbor and downtown Plymouth are each 10 to 12 minutes by car, with AAATA bus services and the Blake Transit Center concentrated in downtown Ann Arbor rather than within walking distance, so on site parking and shuttle drop off are the practical arrival routes. The immediate setting is a quiet lakeside road in Superior Township, Washtenaw County, with kerbside vehicle access that makes load in for a temporary rental straightforward and guest arrivals unhurried.
- Availability
- Day rate is 270 USD (approximately 235 EUR), with a one day minimum and bookings accepted up to 56 consecutive days. Allow three to four weeks lead time for Ann Arbor, and note that spaces at this address typically book out around the July art fair period and the September to October university and gallery season.
- How to Book
- Send a brief with your dates and activation format and we confirm availability and hold options within 24 hours, with no charge until confirmed. Township permit paperwork, on site staffing and fit out coordination are handled by our team, so enquire now to request availability and secure your dates.
about this space
Frains Lake School, part of the Superior School District No. 2, was constructed in 1872 and features a well-maintained open space with a bathroom, heating, and hot water. This charming workspace is situated on a picturesque lake in Superior Township, conveniently positioned between downtown Ann Arbor and downtown Plymouth, approximately 10 to 12 minutes from each. The versatile space, ranging from 1,200 to 1,500 square feet, includes a modern extension at the back of the schoolhouse. It can be utilized for various purposes, including an artist's workshop, writer's retreat, gallery, woodworking space, or fashion warehouse. With access to essential amenities such as internet, air conditioning, a security system, kitchen, and parking, this historic schoolhouse provides an excellent setting for creative endeavors or business activities.
what's included
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Security System
- Stock Room
- Counters
- Fitting Rooms
- Garment Rack
- Lighting
- Furniture
- Sound & Video Equipment
- Electricity
- Heating
- Parking
- Elevator
- Kitchen
- Wifi
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how to book this space
- 01
Check the shell and the dates
Review the gallery, 121 sqm floor plan and amenities for Versatile Workspace in Historic Frains Lake Schoolhouse, then note the window you want in Ann Arbor. Fashion week dates book 6–10 weeks out.
- 02
Send the brief
Use the request panel on this page to send your dates, expected footfall and budget. The listed rate is a starting point at €235 per day.
- 03
Get availability and a quote
We confirm availability with the operator and come back within 24 hours with the all-in cost: rent, staffing, permits and fit-out for Ann Arbor.
- 04
Lock the contract
Sign the short-term licence, pay the deposit and we register any permit or signage paperwork the address needs.
- 05
Build and open
Fit-out, install and staff the pop-up. Our production team handles delivery, install and the strike at the end of the run in Ann Arbor.
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Yes — Versatile Workspace in Historic Frains Lake Schoolhouse is a vetted pop-up ready space in Ann Arbor, 121 sqm. Request availability and dates through the inquiry card on the listing.
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