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2012 Visitors Guide

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ArtPrize 2011 had a $15.4 million economic impact, study shows


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Grand Rapids Maps

    Our interactive map makes it easy to located and plot your route to specific hotels, restaurants, attractions and more. Additional maps help you explore city neighborhoods, downtown parking sites, hiking and biking trails, and the entire Michigan's West Coast region.

    Upcoming Events

    Mar 1 2012

    Mar 1 – Apr 30

    Butterflies Are Blooming

    A visitor favorite in its seventeenth year, Butterflies Are Blooming… More

    Feb 11 2012

    Feb 11 – May 6

    FACING MARS

    FACING MARS will be in the Museum's Lacks gallery. Visitors will… More

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    THINGS TO DO

    Grand Rapids is a destination like no other: art, culture, dining, and nightlife. From a hip and friendly downtown to an endless array of outdoor activities, Grand Rapids will surprise, excite and delight you!
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    Maps and Transportation

    Psst! One of Grand Rapids' best kept secrets is ...getting around. Grand Rapids is only a few hours' drive from most major midwestern cities. Maps, Drive times ... more