Category: Community

Dutton

photo by Experience Grand Rapids

Published Apr. 15, 20211 Min Story

A one-of-a-kind general store, neighborhood craft brewery and unique local restaurants coexist with parks and farm markets in this peaceful little town established in 1870. Located about 18 miles…

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East Grand Rapids

photo by Brian Craig for Experience Grand Rapids

Published Apr. 15, 20213 Min Story

This city four miles east of downtown Grand Rapids has been named one of America's Top 10 "Best Places to Live for Suburbanites" and one of "10 Great Cities to Raise Your Kids." It boasts a wonderful…

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Kentwood

photo by Experience Grand Rapids

Published Apr. 15, 20212 Min Story

One of the fastest-growing cities in the state of Michigan is home to a wide variety of shopping, dining, lodging and entertainment options, all easily accessible from downtown Grand Rapids (14…

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Lowell

photo by Paul Jendrasiak for Experience GR

Published Apr. 15, 20212 Min Story

A vibrant art scene and eclectic shopping district add character and charm to this largely rural city 20 minutes east of Grand Rapids. Historic downtown Lowell spans six city blocks alongside the…

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Sparta

photo by Klenk Orchards

Published Apr. 15, 20212 Min Story

Experience a slice of Americana in the Village of Sparta, just 20 minutes north of Grand Rapids. It’s a quintessential Michigan small town, holding fast to tradition while embracing the future. The…

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Wyoming

photo by Brian Kelly for Experience GR

Published Apr. 15, 20212 Min Story

The largest suburb of Grand Rapids includes the area’s longest downtown – a 3½-mile stretch of five-lane 28th Street, one of Michigan’s most commercially dense roadways. You’ll find a tremendous…

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Grandville

photo by Experience Grand Rapids

Published Apr. 15, 20213 Min Story

Nestled along the shores of the Grand River, about 10 minutes southwest of downtown Grand Rapids, Grandville boasts a plethora of parks, miles of hiking and biking trails, and one of the region’s…

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Ada

photo by Brian Craig for Experience Grand Rapids

Published Apr. 15, 20212 Min Story

Nestled near the convergence of the Grand and Thornapple Rivers, Ada combines natural scenic beauty with a picturesque downtown. There are several hundred acres of public land and miles of waterway to…

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Caledonia

photo by EB Coffee and Pub

Published Apr. 14, 20212 Min Story

This fast-growing community 25 minutes southeast of Grand Rapids boasts a bustling business district as well as acres of green pastures and flowing waters. Residents pride themselves on preserving the…

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Heritage Hill

photo by Experience Grand Rapids

Published Apr. 14, 20212 Min Story

One of the nation's top old-house neighborhoods is just a five minute walk from downtown Grand Rapids. Heritage Hill boasts Michigan's largest and finest collection of 19th and early 20th century…

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