Palmer Field, Ann Arbor

Palmer Field is an outdoor exercise and recreation area at the University of Michigan. Unlike some of the indoor facilities at the university, Palmer Field is open to non-students who make the appropriate reservations.

Many visitors to the campus simply enjoy observing Palmer Field's massive green space. The field has eight illuminated tennis courts, a soccer and frisbee area, a basketball court and a 1/4 mile track.

This area is much more than a sports and recreation spot. Palmer Field is historically significant because it was the field acquired to provide access to athletics for female students. The field was originally purchased by the Women's League in 1908. They named it after Senator Thomas Palmer to thank him for his financial contribution for the purchase.

Palmer Field is open throughout the year from dawn until dusk. Those wishing to view Palmer Field should be sure not to confuse the field with Palmer Commons, which is located across Washtenaw Avenue from the field.