Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre

Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre is a student life building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 911 UNIVERSITY AVE, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's Central campus. The building has 2 floors. Visit the official website for current hours and information. From the Diag, Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre is approximately 3 minutes walking north.

Official website: Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1929 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Pond & Pond, Martin & Lloyd
• Style: Collegiate Gothic
• Named for: Lydia Mendelssohn, mother of donor Gordon Mendelssohn
• Notable: 658-seat theater inside the Michigan League
• Primary use: Theater, SMTD performances, student theater, film

Nearby Buildings

• Michigan League 26 ft (8 m)
• Ingalls Mall 179 ft (54 m)
• Health Service 290 ft (88 m)
• Alumni Center 295 ft (90 m)
• Burton Memorial Tower 314 ft (96 m)

Other Student Life Buildings

• Burnham House
• Argus I Building
• Hill Auditorium
• Lurie Ann & Robert H. Tower
• Ginsberg Center

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre located?

Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre is located at 911 UNIVERSITY AVE on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.2792957, -83.7375764.

How many floors does Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre have?

Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre has 2 floors.

How do I find Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre on the University of Michigan campus?

Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre is located on Central Campus at 911 UNIVERSITY AVE. From the Diag, it is approximately 3 minutes walking north.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated April 15, 2026.
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