The Art Museum's history extends back to 1910, but its current facility was erected in 2007. Newsweek magazine promptly named it one of the best buildings of the year: "This cool and modernist building ... is the first newly constructed ‘green' museum in the United States, designed to be LEED certified."

Situated on the edge of Rosa Parks Circle - downtown's community square - GRAM has become one of the city's iconic architectural landmarks. The works on display inside the building are just as impressive. Collections range from Renaissance to Modern Art, with a special focus on 19th and 20th century European and American art.

GRAM hosts a constant and varied rotation of visiting exhibits, from "Diana: A Celebration" to "Birds of America: Audubon Prints from Shelburne Museum" to "Robert Rauschenberg: Synapsis Shuffle." The museum also plays an integral role in the city's annual ArtPrize competition.

Regular events include:

• Friday Nights at GRAM. Art, live music, a cash bar and a rotation of guest speakers, gallery talks, demonstrations and more.
• GRAM on the Green. Friday Nights at GRAM moves outside for the summer season, with free live music, dancing, games and more.
• Saturday All Day with the Arts. Every Saturday, GRAM offers special activities and programming for kids and their families.
• Summer Art Camps. A series of programs designed for kids ages 5-12.

Grand Rapids Art Museum

• 101 Monroe Center NW
• Grand Rapids, MI 49503
• Phone: (616) 831-1000
• Region: Downtown

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. MORE >>

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