Michigan's second most popular tourist attraction ... the country's best sculpture park … one of the world's 100 most visited art museums ... one of the Top 30 Must-See Museums on the planet. These are just some of the accolades earned by Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park since it opened in 1995. No trip to Grand Rapids is complete without a visit to FMG!
Frequently Asked Questions
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How to Experience Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park:
What can I see and do at FMG?
Wander through Michigan’s largest tropical conservatory, five indoor theme gardens, outdoor gardens – including a Japanese Garden and Michigan Farm Garden – nature trails, sculpture galleries and more. The permanent sculpture collection features nearly 300 works from classic and contemporary masters of the form. Many sculptures are uniquely sited in natural environments around the Gardens. Guide tours are available. The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park also hosts an annual summer concert series, a dazzling holiday exhibit, an annual butterfly exhibition and more.
Is Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park good for kids?
The Lena Meijer Children’s Garden at the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is built for kids, with features and attractions that foster experiential learning and the use of all five senses. Kids love the Great Lakes water feature, treehouse village, storytelling garden and more. There is a year-round schedule of kid-friendly activities and events.
When is FMG open?
FMG is open from 9am-5pm Monday-Saturday and 11am-5pm Sunday, 362 days a year.
What is the admission price?
$20 for adults (14-64), $15 for seniors (65+) and students with student ID, $10 for children 3-13 and free for children ages 2 and younger. Members receive free admission with their ID. Prices are subject to change, please confirm with the attraction.
Are there any discounts available?
Through the Museums for All program, EBT/WIC cardholders qualify for a reduced admission rate of $2 per person for up to four people.
Can I purchase or reserve tickets online?
Yes, click here to reserve and purchase tickets, and enjoy quicker entry to the attraction. Alternatively, you can purchase tickets on site at the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Welcome Center.
Is FMG accessible for guests with special needs?
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is proud to be an accessible facility, meeting and exceeding ADA regulations. Indoor and outdoor spaces are barrier-free, with ramps and paved pathways to accommodate wheelchairs and strollers and allow easy maneuverability. Complimentary wheelchairs and Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs) are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Trained service animals (guide dogs and other trained service animals) are welcome on leashes or harnesses. Scroll down for more accessibility info.
Where is Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park located?
About 15 minutes from downtown GR on East Beltline Ave., isolated from but close to restaurants, shops and an IMAX movie theater.
Where can I park?
Abundant on-site parking is available.
Is food available?
Yes. Enjoy globally inspired sandwiches, salads, small bites, soft drinks, Michigan craft beers and more in the James & Shirley Balk Café, which features a dazzling glass ceiling sculpture by renowned artist Dale Chihuly. No outside food or beverages, please.
Is there a gift shop?
Yes, the DeVos-Keeler gift shop offers a distinctive collection of original and hand-made goods, jewelry, accessories, home-and-garden items, books, toys, baby items, exhibition-related gifts and Meijer Gardens-branded items.
Video Series
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Explore the opening of the Richard and Helen DeVos Japanese Garden. Japanese gardens, known for shakkei, or borrowed view, are among the world's most revered and treasured garden styles. On June 13, 2015, the eight-acre Richard & Helen DeVos Japanese Garden at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park opened to the public, enhancing the venue's existing displays of sculpture and horticulture. Tranquility, simplicity, and beauty are the essence of a Japanese garden- something long appreciated by Fred and Lena Meijer, whose experiences with and shared love of the form led to asking about one being added to Meijer Gardens.
Garden Highlights
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- Arid Garden
- Carnivorous Plant House
- Children's Garden
- Conifer Collection
- English Perennial Garden
- Japanese Garden
- Michigan's Farm Garden
- Plant Show Series
- Seasonal Display Greenhouse
- Tropical Conservatory
- Victorian Garden Parlor
- Volunteer Tribute Garden
- Wetlands
- Woodland Shade Garden
Sculpture Park Highlights
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- Works from Rodin, Degas, Miro and many more
- Rotating exhibits dedicated to sculpture traditions of all periods
Exhibits & Events
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- Butterflies are Blooming March-April
- Chrysanthemums and More! October
- Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World November-January
Summer Concert Series
An annual concert series runs June through September and features major artists like Bonnie Raitt, Lyle Lovett and Brandi Carlile in a stunning outdoor setting.
Upcoming Events
David Smith: The Nature of Sculpture
Nov 6, 2024- Recurring daily
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
David Smith: The Nature of Sculpture is the first exhibition to explore the artist’s deep engagement with the natural world as source, subject and site for his art. Working in multiple media, formats…
Exalta Health 2nd Annual Reception
Nov 7, 2024Join us for our 2nd annual reception as we look to the future of Exalta Health.
Christmas and Holiday Traditions
Nov 26, 2024- Recurring daily
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
This exhibition—honoring cultures and holiday traditions from around the world—has grown to 46 unique displays depicting fact and folklore, past and present. University of Michigan Health-West…
Enlighten at Frederik Meijer Gardens
Nov 27, 2024- Recurring daily
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Step into a world of enchantment with ENLIGHTEN , the ultimate winter light show experience. This dazzling display of lights and festive wonder is perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to…
Sparkle! and Shine
Dec 5, 2024Kick off December by delighting in the sights, sounds, and joy of the holidays—in Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park style. Sparkle! wraps 27 years of holiday traditions into one enchanting…
Fred & Dorothy Fichter Butterflies Are Blooming
Mar 1, 2025- Recurring daily
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
The annual Fred & Dorothy Fichter Butterflies Are Blooming exhibition at Meijer Gardens is the largest temporary tropical butterfly exhibition in the nation. Tropical butterflies from around the…
Fred & Dorothy Fichter Butterflies Are Blooming
Mar 1, 2026- Recurring daily
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
The annual Fred & Dorothy Fichter Butterflies Are Blooming exhibition at Meijer Gardens is the largest temporary tropical butterfly exhibition in the nation. Tropical butterflies from around the…
Accessibility Information
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- 1000 East Beltline Ave. NE
- (616) 957-1580
This 158-acre attraction features the most comprehensive outdoor sculpture collection in the Midwest, indoor and outdoor gardens, largest tropical conservatory in the state, nature trails, guided tram and five acre Children’s Garden. Admission charged. Purchase tickets in advance here!
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