The city's downtown is dominated by state government
buildings, especially the State Capitol, and the downtown has
experienced recent growth in new restaurants, retail stores
and residential developments. Downtown Lansing has a
historic city market that is one of the oldest continuously
operating farmers' markets in the United States. Upriver and
north of downtown is historic Old Town Lansing with many
architecturally significant buildings dating to the mid-1800s.
Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce
The Lansing School District is made up of over 16,000
students and is the largest school district in the Mid-Michigan
area with 27 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and three
high schools. There are also 9 magnet schools within the
district and many specially programs for children and adults.
