This museum offers world-class exhibits on history, nature, cultural heritage and more. Ride a 1928 carousel, catch a show in the planetarium or eat in the cafe overlooking the Grand River. General Admission charged.
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Local Gems
A treasured community resource since 1854, the museum occupies a signature riverfront facility in the heart of downtown.
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Art & Culture
Downtown riverfront facility presents an ever-changing array of art and artifacts from different cultures and historical periods.
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Family
From animal dioramas and an antique working carousel to traveling exhibits on bugs and dinosaurs, it’s a fascinating experience for inquisitive young minds.
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History Buff
History exhibits include a Native American gallery and collection, a full-scale 1890s Grand Rapids streetscape, a working antique carousel and much more.
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Knowledge Chaser
Learn about the people and places of Grand Rapids (and beyond) through world-class exhibits on history, nature, cultural heritage and more.