The Grand Rapids Art Museum is a beacon of art in an art-loving city, connecting people through art, creativity, and design. Established in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, the Grand Rapids Art Museum is internationally known for its distinguished design and status as the world’s first LEED® Gold certified art museum. Founded in 1910 as the Grand Rapids Art Association, GRAM has grown to include more than 7,000 works of art in its permanent collection, including American and European 19th and 20th-century painting and sculpture, and more than 3,000 works on paper. Embracing the city’s legacy as a leading center of design and manufacturing, GRAM has a growing collection in the area of design and modern craft. Programming at GRAM includes guided tours of the galleries, hands-on workshops or drop-in activities for a variety of ages, artist lectures, live music events, and more.

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Exhibits & Events

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Annual Events

The Grand Rapids Art Museum hosts a constant and varied rotation of visiting exhibits, from "Diana: A Celebration" to "Birds of America: Audubon Prints from Shelburne Museum" to “David Hockney: Perspectives Should Be Reserved,” a collection of 145+ works on display from May 31-Nov. 2, 2025. The museum also plays an integral role in the city's annual ArtPrize competition.

Regular events include:

 

  • GRAM on the Green presents free outdoor concerts on Thursday evenings in summer, along with hands-on artmaking, food trucks and a cash bar.
  • Saturday Drop-in Studios offer special activities and programming for kids and their families.
  • Regular Gallery Chats and Artist Talks take visitors on a deeper exploration of art on display.
  • Week-long Summer Art Camps are geared to children and teens ages 4-15.

Upcoming Events

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Accessibility Information

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Accessibility

  • 101 Monroe Center NW
  • (616) 831-1000

As a beacon of the arts in an art-loving city, GRAM is more than a world-class museum. We believe art is essential for everyone. Our exhibitions, events, and educational programming span topics, mediums, and genres to connect with and invite a wide variety of audiences. We are an arts venue…

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