Grand Rapids is more than just a great place to visit - it's a great place to live, work and start a business, too. In the past five years, Grand Rapids has been named a: Top 10 Up-and Coming North…
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Spanning 70 square blocks north-south from Fulton St. to Franklin St. and east-west from Plymouth Ave. to Fuller Ave., Eastown began as a streetcar commuter suburb due to its location between downtown…
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It’s fair to say that the team at Experience Grand Rapids is passionate about the hospitality and tourism industry. We know it’s a vital economic driver and positively contributes to the quality of…
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Grand Rapids boasts a number of attractions that are must-see for visitors, including Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, John Ball Zoo, the Grand Rapids…
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Experience Grand Rapids has a near-century of success as the area’s destination marketing organization. We know what it takes – and who to partner with – to attract visitors, strengthen the region’s…
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Just east of Downtown Grand Rapids are four thriving business districts – East Fulton, East Hills, Eastown and Wealthy Street – collectively known as Uptown. This is the city's hippest destination…
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Known as Furniture City since the early 20th century, Grand Rapids is no stranger to manufacturing. But the region’s manufacturing base extends well beyond furniture – in fact, it ranks #1 for the…
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Thinking about relocating to Grand Rapids? Smart move – Grand Rapids has been ranked one of the best places in the U.S. to live, retire, raise a family, get a job and buy a home. In 2025, LinkedIn…
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Research helps Experience Grand Rapids shape and evolve marketing strategies that engage our diverse audiences. Longwoods International, a global leader in tourism industry market research, is one…
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Established in 1833 and incorporated as a city in 1933, the city of Grandville is nestled along the shores of the Grand River about 10 minutes southwest of downtown Grand Rapids. Residents and…
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