Join us as we celebrate another milestone

November 9, 2026
10:00 AM-3:00 PM

Merit Network Office

880 Technology Drive, Suite B
Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Founded in 1966 by Michigan State University, the University of Michigan, and Wayne State University, the Merit Network is celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2026.

So come help us celebrate 60 years of Internet, Innovation & Impact on November 9th at our Ann Arbor headquarters.

Merit Open House Agenda

Here's an overview of what's happening at the event!

10 - 11 a.m. | Merit Tours

  • Tour Merit's HQ and learn about our team here at 880 Technology Drive in Ann Arbor.

11 a.m. - Noon | Experience Stations

  • Discover exciting, firsthand insights into projects led by presenters from Outside Plant, Network Operations, GIS, Live Cyberthreat Map, and Merit Research.

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Food Truck Rally

  • Enjoy a delicious lunch from a variety of local food trucks.

Noon - 12:30 p.m. | Speakers

  • Roger Blake, Merit President and CEO
  • Proclamation Presentation
  • Merit History Video

1 - 2 p.m. | Merit Tours

  • Tour Merit's HQ and learn about our team here at 880 Technology Drive in Ann Arbor.

2 - 3 p.m. | Experience Stations

  • Discover exciting, firsthand insights into projects led by presenters from Outside Plant, Network Operations, GIS, Live Cyberthreat Map, and Merit Research.

 

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