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Experience Grand Rapids

Experience Grand Rapids is the foremost storyteller of Grand Rapids, Michigan, showcasing the best the region has to offer to visitors and locals alike. No one knows Grand Rapids better than our team, which ventures out into the community every day to explore what makes Grand Rapids special, from our vibrant arts and culture to our award-winning craft beverages, world-class attractions, outdoor recreation and unique neighborhoods. We work tirelessly to promote the region as a premier travel destination, backed by our own first-hand experiences and the resources of trusted partners throughout Kent County. Rely on Experience GR, the Destination Marketing Organization, for the knowledge you need to make life and travel here more rewarding, including insider information, tips & tricks, and the most comprehensive listing of all the cool things to see and do around the area.

Get Pampered at a Grand Rapids Spa

Grand Rapids visitors in search of luxurious pampering during their stay have a variety of spa options to choose from. Book a hotel with an on-site spa for the ultimate in convenience or opt for a…

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History of Asians in GR

In 2010, approximately 2% of Grand Rapids residents claimed Asian-only descent. The city’s Asian population jumped by 30% over the next decade, with the southeast suburb of Kentwood leading the way:…

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History of Latinos in GR

The Latino, or Hispanic, community in Grand Rapids dates back as far as the 1920s, when a small number of young men from Mexico came here to work in railroad jobs. Almost a century later, this…

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History of African Americans in GR

Few African Americans came to West Michigan until after the Civil War, fleeing Jim Crow discrimination in the southern states. Even then, the numbers were relatively small. It wasn't until the Great…

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