FAQ About Grand Rapids Art Museum

The Grand Rapids Art Museum contains two floors of gallery space in which it displays selections from its permanent collection of 7,000+ works of art, including paintings, sculptures, drawings and photographs. 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. It also hosts some of the nation’s top traveling art exhibitions. The Museum also hosts regular gallery chats, artist talks, creative workshops, movie nights, free outdoor summer concerts and other events throughout the year.

Yes, the Grand Rapids Art Museum is an excellent place to introduce kids to the wonders of art and inspire a lifelong interest in art appreciation – and creation. GRAM’s Creative Learning Center is designed for hands-on play and creative exploration for guests of all ages. Visitors can construct a mini sculpture, curate an exhibition using magnetic gallery walls, create original art and more. The Museum also hosts Drop-In Studio every Saturday for families to engage in hands-on art projects.

The Grand Rapids Art Museum is open from noon-5pm Wednesday, noon-8pm Thursday, noon-5pm Friday, and 10am-4pm Saturday and Sunday. GRAM is closed Monday and Tuesday.

Admission to the Grand Rapids Art Museum is $12 for adults, $10 for Seniors (62+) and Students with ID, and $6 for Youth (6-17). Children 5 years and under enter free. Prices are subject to change, confirm with the Museum before your visit. Select special exhibitions may require an additional fee.

Meijer Free Thursday Nights offer free general admission every Thursday night from 5-8pm.

Through Museums for All, Michigan Bridge/EBT cardholders and up to three guests can enjoy free general admission. The Grand Rapids Art Museum is also a Blue Star Museum and is proud to offer free general admission to active-duty military personnel and their family year-round. KCAD and GRCC students and faculty also receive free general admission to GRAM year-round. Students with an ID from any other school or university receive discounted general admission. Grand Rapids Public Library cardholders can check out tickets at any of the eight GRPL locations for a free visit to the Museum once a year.

The Bank of America Museums on Us program gives Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders free general admission to Grand Rapids Art Museum on the first full weekend of each month. Bank of America and Merrill employees can also enjoy free general admission the first full weekend of each month when they present proof of employment.

Visit GRAM and other top local attractions for one low price when you purchase Attraction Pass GR, a digital savings pass available in one-day, three-day, adult, senior and child versions. 

Guests are encouraged to reserve admission tickets online prior to arrival. Tickets may also be purchased in the Museum lobby.

The Grand Rapids Art Museum is committed to connecting visitors with all abilities to the world of art through a wide variety of accessible services. All public areas and restrooms are wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs are available free of charge on a first come, first served basis at the Visitor Services Desk. The street-level entrances on Monroe Center are recommended for wheelchairs, walkers and other mobility devices. Elevators and ramps allow mobility to all floors and public areas of the Museum. Assistive listening devices and sensory kits are available. Service animals are welcome. Visit the Accessible Grand Rapids page on Wheel the World for third party-verified accessibility information on GRAM and scroll down for accessibility guidance developed by Disability Advocates of Kent County.

Yes, the Grand Rapids Art Museum offers self-guided or docent-led tours for groups of 10 or more. 

GRAM encourages personal use photography during your visit but keep in mind that certain areas are designated No Photography Zones and tripods and flash photography are not allowed. See GRAM’s Photography Policy.

The Grand Rapids Art Museum is located in downtown Grand Rapids, which sits at the junction of two major expressways: I-196 and US-131. The Museum is situated at one end of the Monroe Center shopping and dining district, overlooking Rosa Parks Circle, a community gathering space that is also a sculpture by renowned artist Maya Lin. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, Grand Rapids Public Museum and numerous downtown hotels are within a 10-minute walk (or free DASH ride) of GRAM.

There is abundant parking near the Grand Rapids Art Museum. View the downtown parking map – the closest lot is the Monroe Center Parking Ramp (N) at the corner of Louis Street and Ionia Avenue, which offers 60 minutes of free parking before 6pm.

The Grand Rapids Art Museum invites guests to relax and enjoy beverages and shareable snacks at Untitled (Café), located inside the Monroe Center entrance. Untitled is open Thursdays from noon-8pm. Before or after your GRAM visit, check out the 170+ restaurants of downtown Grand Rapids, including those just steps from the Museum on Monroe Center.

The Grand Rapids Art Museum Pop-Up Gift Shop located in the Museum Lobby offers an eclectic selection of exhibition inspired gifts, GRAM-branded items, and more.