Inside the Grand Rapids Public Museum’s new Archives Center, Kendall College of Art and Design students are turning decades-old garments into inspiration for their next designs.
More than 6,000 readers filled Van Andel Arena as authors Kristin Hannah and Megan Chance discussed friendship, books and belonging during KDL’s On the Same Page. Those who missed the sold-out event can watch a recording through July 9.
For most students, a visit to the Grand Rapids Public Museum is just a simple field trip. But for those in the museum’s Immerse program, the experience is more engaging and meaningful.
In his 19th #RG20LookBack, Rapid Growth Publisher Tommy Allen revisits the 2013 piece “RapidBlog: Reflections on the DAAC” by Emma Heemskerk, reflecting on one of Grand Rapids’ small but vital cultural spaces where culture was created through participation, not just consumption.
In his 17th #RG20LookBack, Rapid Growth Publisher Tommy Allen revisits Juliet Bennett Rylah’s 2010 story on the rise of community investment funding in the urban core.
At Kent District Library, in-person classes help residents learn practical skills while meeting neighbors and building connections in their community.
A longtime favorite at the Grand Rapids Public Museum is evolving, with Streets of Old Grand Rapids adding new areas that encourage visitors to slow down and observe more closely.
In his 13th #RG20LookBack column, Rapid Growth publisher Tommy Allen reflects on the 2022 story by Enrique Olmos, which serves as a reminder that the region’s music economy is about more than entertainment.
GR teen filmmakers share mobile-made stories on food justice and identity at Mosaic Film Experience screening, highlighting youth voices and community connections.
At a time when winter slows the city down, Snowflake Break shows how curiosity, culture, and community come together at the Grand Rapids Public Museum.
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