Frederick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Sculpture and nature beautifully harmonized! Plants from around the world, nature trails, gardens, scenic waterfalls and Michigan's largest tropical conservatory. More than 200 sculptures by renowned artists, including the famous 24-foot-tall Leonardo da Vinci's Horse. Visit our gift shop, Cafe' and Tram. Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday noon to 5:00 p.m. Open Tuesdays until 9:00 p.m.
Experience America's most entertaining presidential museum. Attend a White House State Dinner, step inside the Oval Office and see the original Watergate burglar tools. Also, Smithsonian-caliber changing exhibitions.
Check out for information on exhibitions and programs at GRAM. Changing exhibitions feature local, national and international artists. The museum collection spans Renaissance to Modern Art, with particular strength in European and American 19th and 20th century painting and sculpture. The Works on Paper Study includes more than 3,500 prints, drawing, and photographs. Special Friday night admission, FREE for members and $5.00 for non members on Fridays from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Grand Rapids Children's Museum
The Grand Rapids Children's Museum celebrates childhood and the joy of learning by providing hands-on exhibits that inspire leaning and encourage self-directed exploration.
This museum offers world-class exhibits on history, nature, cultural heritage and more. Ride a 1928 carousel, catch a show in the planetarium or eat in the cafe overlooking the Grand River. General Admission charged.
Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts
Michigan's largest multi-disciplinary contemporary arts center offers cutting-edge programming in visual arts, performance art, literature, film, music and dance. UICA's Film Theatre is downtown's only cinema, presenting films 6 days a week.