Michigan's second most popular tourist attraction ... the world’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
Back to Top of ListFAQs
How to Experience Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
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. FMG also hosts an annual summer concert series, a dazzling holiday exhibit, an annual butterfly exhibition and more.
Is FMG good for kids?
The Lena Meijer Children’s Garden at FMG 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?
$18 for adults (14-64), $13.50 for seniors (65+) and students with student ID, $8.50 for children 3-13 and free for children ages 2 and younger. Prices are subject to change, please confirm with 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 FMG Welcome Center.
Is FMG accessible for guests with special needs?
FMG is proud to be an accessible facility, meeting and exceeding ADA regulations. Complimentary wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. See more Accessibility Info.
Where is FMG 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
Back to Top of ListLearn from former Chief Curator, Joseph Becherer
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
Back to Top of List- Arid Garden
- Carnivorous Plant House
- Children's Garden
- English Perennial Garden
- Japanese Garden
- Michigan's Farm Garden
- Seasonal Display Greenhouse
- Tropical Conservatory
- Victorian Garden
- Woodland Shade Garden
Sculpture Park Highlights
Back to Top of List- Midwest's most comprehensive outdoor sculpture collection
- Works from Rodin, Degas, Miro and many more
- Rotating exhibits dedicated to sculpture traditions of all periods
Exhibits & Events
Back to Top of ListAnnual Events
- Butterflies are Blooming - March-April
- Chrysanthemums and More! - September-October
- Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World - November-January
Summer Concert Series - 2022 Season is Back!
An annual concert series runs June through August and features major artists like Bonnie Raitt, Lyle Lovett and Brandi Carlile in a stunning outdoor setting.
Upcoming Events
Sheryl Crow w/ Allison Russell
Jul 3, 2022The annual Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens continues to bring the finest national and international musicians to West Michigan, thrilling music lovers across all genres and all…
Yinka Shonibare CBE: Planets in My Head
Jul 3, 2022- Recurring daily
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
After being closed for more than a year for renovations, our remodeled sculpture galleries are reopening in 2022 with the much-anticipated exhibition Yinka Shonibare CBE: Planets in My Head. This…
Corinne Bailey Rae w/ War & Treaty
Jul 6, 2022The annual Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens continues to bring the finest national and international musicians to West Michigan, thrilling music lovers across all genres and all…
ZZ Top
Jul 7, 2022The annual Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens continues to bring the finest national and international musicians to West Michigan, thrilling music lovers across all genres and all…
Fridays at the Farm
Jul 8, 2022- Recurring weekly on Friday
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Have bushels of family fun this summer! Children of all ages will enjoy farm-time fun working together on a cooperative quilting project and completing farm “chore challenges.” Join us for special…
O.A.R.
Jul 8, 2022The annual Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens continues to bring the finest national and international musicians to West Michigan, thrilling music lovers across all genres and all…
Five for Fighting with the Grand Rapids Symphony
Jul 13, 2022The annual Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens continues to bring the finest national and international musicians to West Michigan, thrilling music lovers across all genres and all…
Michael Franti & Spearhead w/ The New Respects
Jul 14, 2022The annual Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens continues to bring the finest national and international musicians to West Michigan, thrilling music lovers across all genres and all…
Accessibility Information
Back to Top of ListAccessibility
- 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 advanced here!
Explore More Grand Rapids Attractions
FAQ About John Ball Zoo
John Ball Zoo has been delighting Grand Rapids residents and visitors since 1891, when a small…
FAQ About Grand Rapids Children's Museum
The Grand Rapids Children's Museum celebrates childhood and the joy of learning by providing an…
FAQ About GR African American Museum
The Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives promotes, preserves, displays, collects and…
FAQ About Grand Rapids Art Museum
The Grand Rapids Art Museum is a beacon of art in an art-loving city. The building itself has become…
FAQ About Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
America’s most entertaining presidential museum is both a loving tribute to the U.S…
FAQ About Grand Rapids Public Museum
Founded in 1845, the Grand Rapids Public Museum is the oldest museum in Michigan. It is a place of…
Experience Grand Rapids, Michigan's diverse attractions including parks, the John Ball Zoo, museums, nature centers and sculpture gardens. Whether you're vacationing with the family or traveling for business, you'll want to take some time to enjoy these fun things to do in Grand Rapids.