art
Meijer Gardens' fall exhibition celebrates contemporary disability sculpture
by (Meijer Gardens)
Submitted 08-20-2018 under NONPROFITS
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is honored to host 16 contemporary sculptors in an innovative exhibition jointly organized by DisArt, a Grand Rapids based arts and cultural organization promoting the full participation of Disabled...
Local artist feature from UICA: Dave Battjes
by (KCAD)
Submitted 07-24-2018 under NONPROFITS
Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts invites you to learn more about West Michigan's creative workforce, neighboring cultural organizations, and about ways to engage with Grand Rapids' art-scene with interviews and guest features...
Heartside Ministry introduces new art therapy program
by (Heartside Ministry)
Submitted 06-05-2018 under NONPROFITS
Imagine a place where you can bring your authentic stories, the pain, hurt, joys and distress without any judgment. A place where you are safe to share your struggles, past and present and you are able to process your stories to grow and live a...
2018 Festival of the Arts celebrates rich tradition and new additions
by (ric72528)
Submitted 05-31-2018 under NONPROFITS
Organizers and volunteers are working hard to prepare for the 49th annual Festival of the Arts taking place on June 1, 2 and 3 in downtown Grand Rapids. Check out the 2018 program, lineup of food booths, performance schedule and map to plan your...
Made in Michigan Pop-Up Marketplace returns to Downtown Market for 2018 season
by (Downtown Market GR)
Submitted 05-23-2018 under NONPROFITS
This Saturday, the Made in MI Pop-Up Marketplace returns to the Grand Rapids Downtown Market, with more than 50 entrepreneurs, artisans and artists in the Outdoor Market Shed. The Made in MI Pop-Up Marketplace features Michigan-made goods for sale,...
Dwelling Place launches new community arts series
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 04-17-2018 under NONPROFITS
“Our focus for the Community Arts Series is lowering barriers to resident participation so that our residents know that cultural programs are for them, and how they can best utilize the cultural organizations in the downtown area. The arts are...
Artist feature from UICA: Patrick Ethen
by (KCAD)
Submitted 04-10-2018 under NONPROFITS
Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts invites you to learn more about West Michigan's creative workforce, neighboring cultural organizations, and about ways to engage with Grand Rapids' art-scene with interviews and guest features...
Artist feature from UICA: Katelyn Kronshage
by (KCAD)
Submitted 02-27-2018 under NONPROFITS
Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts invites you to learn more about West Michigan's creative workforce, neighboring cultural organizations, and about ways to engage with Grand Rapids' art-scene with interviews and guest features...
Open the Door: The art of placemaking
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 12-14-2017 under NONPROFITS
“Home is what you surround yourself with, what is inspiring you, and how you express yourself.”- Erika Townsley, Co-Owner and Curator of Light Gallery + Studio. Light Gallery + Studio is a place where community members and artists can...
Art happens here 365 days a year
by (DwellingPlace)
Submitted 10-03-2017 under NONPROFITS
This time of year in Grand Rapids, it’s pretty much impossible to walk three feet without coming face to face with some kind of art. What many people who flock to this city this time of year for ArtPrize may not realize is that art lives and...