Towsley Center for Children
Student LifeAlso known as: Towsley Childrens House
Towsley Center for Children is a student life building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is located at 710 FOREST AVE, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, on the University of Michigan's Central campus. The building has 1 floor. It houses Children Center For Working Families. Visit the official website for current hours and information. From the Diag, Towsley Center for Children is approximately 7 minutes walking southeast.
Classification: Teach, Research, Support.
Official website: Towsley Center for Children
Building Details
| Category | Student Life |
|---|---|
| Address | 710 FOREST AVE, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 |
| Floors | 1 |
| Coordinates | 42.27342064333333, -83.73351053333333 |
| Website | hr.umich.edu |
| Campus | Central Campus |
History
- Year Built: 2008 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
- Architect: Unknown
- Style: Contemporary Institutional
- Named for: Named for the Towsley family, prominent U-M benefactors
- Notable: Merger of the former U-M Children's Center and Pound Children's Center; 50+ years of early childhood experience
- Primary use: Childcare center serving children three months to kindergarten-eligible
Departments & Services
- Children Center For Working Families
Nearby Buildings
- East Quadrangle 516 ft (157 m)
- Family Assessment Clinic 707 ft (0.2 km)
- Henderson House 733 ft (0.2 km)
- Executive Residence (Ross Business School) 735 ft (0.2 km)
- Hadley Center 770 ft (0.2 km)
Other Student Life Buildings
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Towsley Center for Children located?
- Towsley Center for Children is located at 710 FOREST AVE on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its coordinates are 42.27342064333333, -83.73351053333333.
- What departments or services are in Towsley Center for Children?
- Towsley Center for Children houses Children Center For Working Families.
- How many floors does Towsley Center for Children have?
- Towsley Center for Children has 1 floor.
- How do I find Towsley Center for Children on the University of Michigan campus?
- Towsley Center for Children is located on Central Campus at 710 FOREST AVE. From the Diag, it is approximately 7 minutes walking southeast.
Sources
- University of Michigan Facilities and Operations
- OpenStreetMap Contributors
- Bentley Historical Library
- MGuide Campus Map — student-built, independently maintained
Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated April 15, 2026.
Source: mguide.app/building/towsley-childrens-house