Museums + Attractions

Grand Rapids children can now step into the world of pizza-making at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum with its newest interactive pizza exhibit.

John Ball Zoo has received a $250,000 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to fund new signage, art, and educational features within the zoo’s African region.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is officially observed on Monday, Oct. 13, but the Grand Rapids Public Museum is keeping the celebration going all week.

Trade haunted houses for haunted habitats and creepy costumes for creature encounters at John Ball Zoo’s annual Halloween celebration.

On October 3, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park will unveil a new, monumental work by Nick Cave — a towering bronze sculpture titled Amalgam (Origin).

Celebrate the changing seasons with a walk through the woods, a visit to the farm, or an encounter with wildlife — all for free this September at Blandford Nature Center.

Soon, a piece of West Michigan’s ancient history will step into the spotlight.

As the school year swings back into gear, educators across Kent County are once again invited to take learning beyond the classroom—into the wild.

As summer winds down, the Grand Rapids Public Museum is ramping up for a final splash of seasonal fun.

The Grand Rapids Children’s Museum has always been a place where imagination takes center stage.

The Grand Rapids Public Museum is unveiling its first interactive digital experience, ab1.bot.

This August, Grand Haven’s picturesque waterfront will serve as the backdrop for a rare nautical experience as two storied tall ships make their way to the harbor.

In the rolling hills just west of downtown Grand Rapids, John Ball Zoo is preparing for a bold new chapter—one that will forever change the way visitors connect with wildlife and conservation.

At the intersection of high-octane adventure and cutting-edge science, the Air Zoo’s newest exhibition invites guests to test their limits.

After nearly a decade of growth at its Monroe Center location, the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives is preparing for a transformational new chapter.

There’s a buzz in the air at John Ball Zoo this summer—literally. Opening July 14, The Power of Pollinators features more than 20 larger-than-life animatronic insects.

If you're looking for a little inspiration amid the summer heat—and somewhere cool, in both senses of the word—look no further than the Muskegon Museum of Art.

The Tri-Cities Historical Museum in Grand Haven is not just celebrating history. It’s making history.

In 2024 Ludington was named the Best Historic Small Town by USA Today. At the forefront of telling the story of the community's heritage...

The Muskegon Museum of Art will serve up a flavorful experience this summer as it presents Julia Child: A Recipe for Life.