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 and other events throughout the year. Docent-led or self-guided tours are available.

It’s an excellent place to introduce kids to the wonders of art and inspire a lifelong interest in art appreciation – and creation, as Grand Rapids Art Museum hosts Drop-in Studio every Saturday for kids to engage in hands-on art projects.

Noon-5pm Tuesday, noon-8pm Thursday, 12am-5pm Friday and 10am-4pm Saturday and Saturday.

Admission 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.

Meijer Free Tuesdays and Meijer Free Thursday nights offer free admission from noon-5pm each Tuesday and 5-8pm on Thursdays.

Through Museums for All, EBT cardholders and up to three guests can enjoy free admission. The Grand Rapids Art Museum is also a Blue Star Museum and is proud to offer free 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. 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 admission to Grand Rapids Art Museum on the first full weekend of each month.

Visit GRAM and other local attractions for one low price when you purchase Attraction Pass GR, a digital three-day savings pass delivered to your smartphone. 

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. Scroll down for more accessibility info.

On the edge of Rosa Parks Circle, downtown’s community gathering space, at one end the Monroe Center dining and shopping district. The Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives and Grand Rapids Children's Museum are just two blocks away. It’s also an easy walk (or free DASH ride) from downtown hotels.

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. Guest can grab a treat from a rotating selection of snacks, beer, wine, coffee, baked goods, and more. Untitled (Café) is open:

Tuesday: noon-5pm
Thursday: noon-8pm
Saturday noon-4pm

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.