Created by internationally known artist, Maya Lin. Water is featured in the frozen, liquid and vapor states. Concerts are held on summer evenings and ice skate rentals are provided in the winter.
Rosa Parks Circle was named one of 5 Great Public Spaces in America by the American Planning Association in 2017!
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Family
A convenient resting spot for families visiting downtown, a frequent site of kid-friendly festivals and a popular ice-skating destination in winter.
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Outdoor Recreation
Designated a public park by the city of Grand Rapids, this 3.5-acre plaza is a popular spot for warm-weather gatherings and cold-weather ice-skating.
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Music
Head to this downtown gathering space for a variety of free music events, including concerts, ethnic festivals and community swing dances.
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Local Gems
Named one of America’s Great Public Spaces, this downtown plaza was designed by Maya Lin, famed for designing the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.