Andrea Wallace, aka “SuperDre,” answers 6 questions from Rapid Growth

On every second Sunday, the Grand Rapids Public Museum dims the sensory “noise” of a typical visit, enabling more families to experience wonder, enhance their learning, and foster a sense of belonging for everyone. 

Educators increasingly rely on the Grand Rapids Public Museum as a dynamic classroom where students can “wake up” history, learn through listening, and find that curiosity and a sense of belonging can be cultivated together … and sometimes through the sharing of individual stories.

Our Voices of Youth narrative shows how theater fosters empathy, confidence, and belonging. City High Middle School student Ineke Petroelje explains why this art remains a deeply human experience.