Directions
Directions by Car*
- Heading SOUTH on US 23: Exit at Geddes Avenue; turn right onto Geddes Avenue roundabout. Proceed through one more roundabout then there will be a light at the intersection of Geddes and Huron Parkway. Geddes Avenue becomes Fuller Road at this intersection. Continue on Fuller road. Immediately after the third light, which is at Glazier Way and the V.A. parking structure, turn right onto Beal Avenue. The Bentley Historical Library is the second building on the right.
- Heading NORTH on US 23: Exit at Geddes Avenue; veer right onto the roundabout but proceed to your left (west). Proceed through two more roundabouts then there will be a light at the intersection of Geddes and Huron Parkway. Geddes Avenue becomes Fuller Road at this intersection. Continue on Fuller road. Immediately after the third light, which is at Glazier Way and the V.A. parking structure, turn right onto Beal Avenue. The Bentley Historical Library is the second building on the right.
- From Cental Campus / Downtown Ann Arbor: From East Huron St. turn on to Glen Ave. heading north; Glen Ave. turns into Fuller Road; Turn left on to Beal Ave (just past the V.A. Hospital) Bentley Library is the second building on the right.
*NOTE: While we make every effort to maintain the accuracy of these directions, ongoing construction in the North Campus area often causes detours. If you are not familiar with the area, it may be helpful to call ahead to see which routes are open on any given day.
Airport Limo
There is a commuter limousine service from Detroit Metro Airport to the University of Michigan Central Campus, as well as to some major hotels in Ann Arbor. Detailed information can be obtained from the Michigan Union at (734) 763-8587 or call for reservations at 1-800-351-LIMO.
Bus Transportation within Ann Arbor
The University of Michigan provides free bus transportation between the North Campus and Central Campus. From Central Campus take the "North Commuter" bus from the Geddes Road bus shelter (alongside the Ruthven Museum). The closest bus stop on North Campus to the Bentley Historical Library is the second stop on Bonisteel Avenue of the "North Commuter" bus.
Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (AATA) buses on route 3 stop near the intersection of Bonisteel Avenue and Beal Avenue. This route begins at 331 South Fourth Avenue, between Main Street and the University of Michigan Central Campus.