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 6,500 works of art, 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 "Robert Rauschenberg: Synapsis Shuffle." The museum also plays an integral role in the city's annual ArtPrize competition.

Regular events include:

  • GRAM on the Green. Thursday Nights at GRAM moves outside for the summer season, with free live music, dancing, games and more.
  • Drop-In Studio.  Every Saturday, GRAM offers special activities and programming for kids and their families.
  • Summer Art Camps. A series of programs designed for kids ages 5-12.

Upcoming Events

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

Changing exhibitions feature local, national and international artists. The museum collection spans Renaissance to Modern Art, with particular strength in European and American 19th and 20th century painting and sculpture. The Works on Paper Study includes more than 3,500 prints, drawing, and…

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