Chef Cliff Rome, who grew up on the south side of Chicago and navigated poverty on his way to becoming a chef for former President Barack Obama, came to Grand Rapids in February 2026 to speak to…
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As is the case with many American cities, the unique character of Grand Rapids was shaped largely by successive waves of European settlers. Germans, Poles, Italians, English, Irish and French…
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No matter who you are or who you love, you’ll find a warm welcome in Grand Rapids. What was once a conservative Rust Belt town has transformed into a diverse, progressive and prosperous “new urban”…
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WalletHub named Grand Rapids, Michigan the #2 Best City in America for People with Disabilities in 2017, and we’re proud to say the city has become even more accessible since then – thanks in part to…
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Experience Grand Rapids launched the Discover Tourism Grant Program (DTGP) in summer 2024 to help local residents and organizations create lively, inviting spaces where people want to spend time. We…
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