ArtRat Gallery keeps things lively with original, affordable work from artists like Nancy Tobin and Alexandra Velichko, plus a little chaos…
46 Division Ave S (Grand Rapids)
“ArtRat Gallery keeps things lively with original, affordable work from artists like Nancy Tobin and Alexandra Velichko, plus a little chaos in the best way... think fun, quirky gifts, art supplies, and the occasional hip-hop night or Americana Sunday that reminds you why GR’s creative scene hits different.”
From the Grand Rapids newsletter, September 29, 2026
Original pieces across styles and budgets, framed and ready to hang, await at AllArtWorks Viewing Studio. Browse online, then swing by to…
333 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW (Grand Rapids)
“Original pieces across styles and budgets, framed and ready to hang, await at AllArtWorks Viewing Studio. Browse online, then swing by to chat with curators, meet artists, and leave with something that actually fits your wall and your vibe... plus every purchase supports an artist.”
From the Grand Rapids newsletter, September 18, 2026
Whether you're into Grand Rapids history or just scouting a stunning spot for your next get-together, Grand Rapids Masonic Temple delivers…
233 Fulton St E (Grand Rapids)
“Whether you're into Grand Rapids history or just scouting a stunning spot for your next get-together, Grand Rapids Masonic Temple delivers with its 1915-built landmark vibes, art deco ballroom and old-school Amphitheater, plus the Michigan Masonic Museum and Library tucked downstairs for satisfyingly nerdy rabbit…”
106 Gallery is the Avenue for the Arts exhibition space where Grand Rapids artists get room to experiment, show new work, and connect. Pop…
106 Division Ave S (Grand Rapids)
“106 Gallery is the Avenue for the Arts exhibition space where Grand Rapids artists get room to experiment, show new work, and connect. Pop in on a First Fridays Art Walk to catch fresh shows and neighbors, it’s the kind of community vibe that makes downtown feel small in the best way.”
From the Grand Rapids newsletter, October 14, 2026
Looking for a low-pressure creative break that isn’t just another Netflix scroll? Art of Life Gallery and Studio runs step-by-step painting…
1134 Leonard St NW (Grand Rapids)
“Looking for a low-pressure creative break that isn’t just another Netflix scroll? Art of Life Gallery and Studio runs step-by-step painting classes and private events, supplies included, either in their studio or at your place, plus a storefront featuring locally made art and gifts right here in GR.”
From the Grand Rapids newsletter, September 24, 2026
Acrisure Amphitheater is Grand Rapids’ shiny new stage for big-time concerts and community shows, with a packed events calendar and the…
201 Market Ave SW (Grand Rapids)
“Acrisure Amphitheater is Grand Rapids’ shiny new stage for big-time concerts and community shows, with a packed events calendar and the kind of you-hear-it-on-Monday buzz that keeps work chat lively. Pick a night, grab your people, and let a live set reset the week.”
Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives (GRAAMA) keeps our city’s Black stories front and center with thoughtful, homespun exhibits…
41 Sheldon Ave SE (Grand Rapids)
“Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives (GRAAMA) keeps our city’s Black stories front and center with thoughtful, homespun exhibits and a small-but-mighty gift shop. Swing through this week to reconnect with the people and moments that shaped GR, then leave a little smarter and inspired.”
Trade Netflix sleuthing for real-life whodunit energy at The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Grand Rapids, MI,…
2321 E Beltline Ave SE (Grand Rapids)
“Trade Netflix sleuthing for real-life whodunit energy at The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Grand Rapids, MI, where the suspects sit among you, the actors hide in plain sight, and you get a full plated dinner while cracking the case with friends this week.”
The Meyer May House is a meticulously restored early-1900s home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, and it offers free guided tours on select…
450 Madison Ave SE (Grand Rapids)
“The Meyer May House is a meticulously restored early-1900s home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, and it offers free guided tours on select days. Book online, bring your architecture-curious brain, and enjoy a surprisingly serene dose of design history right here in Grand Rapids.”
From the Grand Rapids newsletter, September 9, 2026
If your solo or small firm could use a refined HQ this week with a built-in referral ecosystem, The Pike House GR turns the city's first…
230 Fulton St E (Grand Rapids)
“If your solo or small firm could use a refined HQ this week with a built-in referral ecosystem, The Pike House GR turns the city's first art museum into a collaborative law office community with thirteen-foot ceilings, big windows, and polished original details.”
Grand Rapids Children's Museum keeps the little crew curious with rotating, hands-on exhibits and open-ended play that actually burns…
11 Sheldon Ave NE (Grand Rapids)
“Grand Rapids Children's Museum keeps the little crew curious with rotating, hands-on exhibits and open-ended play that actually burns energy. The indoor observation beehive is mesmerizing, and there’s always a new make-it, build-it activity to spark ages 0 to 12 this week.”
On your next downtown walk, spot Gerrit’s Piling - Grand Rapids Electric Light & Power Pier, the stubborn remains of a 19th-century power…
Grand River Dr NE (Grand Rapids)
“On your next downtown walk, spot Gerrit’s Piling - Grand Rapids Electric Light & Power Pier, the stubborn remains of a 19th-century power pier that once helped carry electricity across the Grand River. It’s a quick, nerdy hit of local history and a solid conversation-starter.”
Part of Women’s Way Grand Rapids, the Grand Rapids Chicks Mural spotlights our All American Girls Professional Baseball League team that…
800 Bond Ave NW (Grand Rapids)
“Part of Women’s Way Grand Rapids, the Grand Rapids Chicks Mural spotlights our All American Girls Professional Baseball League team that battled through wartime seasons, consistently hit the playoffs and won two championships, inspiring the 1992 film A League of Their Own.”
From the Grand Rapids newsletter, September 3, 2026
Ethel B. Coe Mural, part of Women’s Way Grand Rapids, spotlights the activist-singer who fought segregation here and spent decades lifting…
11 Ottawa Ave NW (Grand Rapids)
“Ethel B. Coe Mural, part of Women’s Way Grand Rapids, spotlights the activist-singer who fought segregation here and spent decades lifting up the community, rendered in Esan Sommersell’s vibrant, comic-book style. Slip it into your downtown stroll this week for a hit of color, history, and pep.”
