Frank Lloyd Wright designed over 70 buildings in Michigan.  Almost all of Mr. Wright's designs for Michigan were single-family homes (or planned developments of homes). Two of these homes are in Grand Rapids.

J. H. Amberg House

Grand Rapids, Michigan 1909

This home is located very near to the Meyer May house, in the historic Heritage Hill neighborhood. The design was started by Frank Lloyd Wright and finished by Marion Mahony.

Meyer May House

450 Madison SE

A Frank Lloyd Wright designed prairie style house built in 1908 for the founder of May’s of Michigan clothing store  It was restored by the Steelcase Corporation from 1985-1987. 

Open free to the public on Tues and Thurs  10 - 2; Sundays  1 - 5.

Voigt House

115 College Avenue SE

Grand Rapids, Michigan

(616) 456-4600

Regular open house tours are conducted for the public every Tuesday, 11 - 3  and the second and fourth Sunday of the month from 1 - 3. 

Admission charged

Built in 1895 for Carl Voigt, this French Chateau is perfectly preserved with original furnishings. Visit Voigt House and discover fascinating details of everyday life from the turn-of-the-century. This 19th century home is preserved with the original furnishings and personal possessions of Carl G. A. Voigt and his family. Tour the opulent home, carriage house and historically landscaped grounds.

Seasonal programs on life in Grand Rapids during the Victorian era. Open Tuesdays and 2nd and 4th Sundays. Admission charged.

Heritage Hill Historic District

126 College Ave. SE, Five blocks east of downtown

Grand Rapids, MI

(616) 459-8950

A national historic district embracing over 60 different architectural styles. Self-guided walking tour brochure is available.. Annual Home Tour the first weekend of October.

Amway Corporation   

7575 E. Fulton Road

676-6701

Introduction to Michigan at work.  Tour extensive Amway World headquarters and learn all about the growth, products and markets of one of the world's largest direct-selling companies.      

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

1000 East Beltline Ave. NE

Grand Rapids, MI

(616) 957-1580

(888) 957-1580

Admission charged.   Children (4 and under): Free

Mon-Sat 9:00 -5:00; Sun noon -5:00. Thurs 9:00 -9:00 June - August.

The 125-acre Gardens and Sculpture Park features the monumental Leonardo da Vinci's Horse, indoor and outdoor gardens; Michigan's largest tropical conservatory; nature trails; sculpture galleries; and over 100 world-class sculptures.

Homestead Acres

6720 Ainsworth Road

Ionia, MI 48846.00

(616) 527-5910

Farm tour for Adults: $3.00, Children: $2.00

Open May-October. Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Sunday. Weekdays by appointment.

A working farm with rare and exotic animals, farm tours and retail store with fiber, yarns and sweaters. Please call ahead to schedule tours.

Meyer May House

450 Madison Ave. SE

Grand Rapids, MI

(616) 246-4821

Call for hours. Admission free.

Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. The last tour each day begins one hour prior to closing. Closed Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and all major holidays.

This 1908 masterpiece of the prairie-style design is one of the most complete restorations of a Frank Lloyd Wright house in existence.

Paul Collins Fine Art

220 Lyon St. NW, Suite 101

Grand Rapids, MI

(616) 742-2000

Tuesday-Friday 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or by appointment. Closed Sunday and Monday.

This gallery looks at  the world through the eyes of artist Paul Collins whose subjects are the people of Senegal, Kenya, America, Israel, Japan, the Sioux Nation and Black American heroes.

The Grand Lady Riverboat

4243 Indian Mounds Dr. SW

Grandville, MI

(616) 457-4837

Fax: (616) 457-2231

Open May-October. Call for reservations.

Varies, call for information.

Call for dining reservations and a full schedule of cruises.

The Grand Lady is a 150-passenger stern wheel riverboat that offers sightseeing cruises, and meals featuring live entertainment.

Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts

41 Sheldon Blvd. SE

Grand Rapids, MI

(616) 454-7000

Monday-Thursday and Saturday 11:00 - 4:00 ; Friday 11- 8:30

Gallery admission free.

A multi-disciplinary contemporary arts center programming in the visual arts, performance art, music, dance, film and literature. Artist's services are provided..

Gerald R. Ford Museum

303 Pearl Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI -5353

Telephone: (616) 451-9263

Open daily from 9:00 am - 4:45 pm. (Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day).

Experience America's most entertaining presidential museum. Attend a White House State Dinner, step inside the Oval Office and see the original Watergate burglar tools.

The permanent exhibits are the core of the Museum's program. They allow visitors to participate in history, not just view it, while learning the highlights of the lives of President and Mrs. Ford. In addition to the permanent exhibits, a succession of temporary exhibits draw upon the rich holdings of the entire Presidential libraries system, the Smithsonian Institution, the National Archives, and others.

Gerald R. Ford Library

The Ford Library (in Ann Arbor, Michigan) and Museum (in Grand Rapids, Michigan) promote popular interest and scholarly research in U.S. history during the post-World War II era, especially the Ford presidency (1974-77).The Library collects and preserves the archival record, and aids public access. The Museum presents an ambitious program of exhibits and special events. Both are part of the presidential library system administered by National Archives and Records Administration.

Van Andel Museum Center

From I-196 East, use Lake Michigan Drive Exit (75) east to downtown.

9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Saturday

Noon to 5:00 pm on Sundays

Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Years Day and Easter.

Admission charged.

Children under age 3 admitted free.

Three floors of permanent and traveling exhibitions exploring regional history, City history, natural history, Native American Culture, and the decorative arts.  A spectacular

Many visitors find it advantageous  to start on the 3rd floor and work their way down to the first floor

Van Andel Arena

call Sky Dome Information Line at 616-456-3663 for current show topics.

No one is seated after the beginning of a performance.  Visitors leaving during a performance may not be readmitted.  No flash photography during a program. 

Shows daily and extra shows on Saturdays and Sundays. 

Grand Rapids Griffins

130 W. Fulton St.

Grand Rapids, MI

(616) 774-4585

This IHL team offers the coolest game in town. The Griffins, the primary affiliate of the Ottawa Senators, play in the beautiful Van Andel Arena. Call (616) 222-4000 or (800) 585-3737 for ticket information.

Grand Rapids Hoops

2500 Turner Ave. NW

Grand Rapids, MI

This CBA Basketball franchise is loaded with shooting stars. See tomorrow's NBA players today! Non-stop action and fun November through April at the DeltaPlex. Call (616) 559-7936 for more information.

Grand Rapids Rampage

130 W. Fulton St.

Grand Rapids, MI

(616) 559-1871

The ArenaBowl XV World Champions play at Van Andel Arena with action packed football May through August. Call (616) 222-4000 or (800) 585-3737 for individual tickets or (616) 559-1871 for group tickets.

West Michigan Whitecaps Baseball

4500 West River Dr. NE

Comstock Park, MI

(616) 784-4131

(800) CAPS WIN

Class A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. The Whitecaps play April through September at Old Kent Park. For ticket information, call (616) 784-4131.

Curiosity Shop

Open 7 days a week 361 days a year from 10:30 - 5:00  Mon - Sat. Noon- 5:00  on Sundays.

 Teachers receive a 20% discount for classroom purchases.

The antique restored operating carousel  is open 9-5 Mon-Sat and Noon - 5 on Sunday. The Curiosity Shop is a treasure trove of educational, interesting, and fun merchandise, representing all aspects of the Museum's Collections:  Furniture,  Astronomy and the Stars, Victorian Life,  Carousels, Nature, Natural Habitats, Native American Culture,  Grand Rapids and Michigan History.  A section is available for children, adults, grandparents and collectors.

Grand Rapids Art Museum

155 N. Division Ave. at Pearl St., downtown

Grand Rapids, MI

(616) 831-1001

Admission charged.

Members and Children under 6: Free.

Fri. 5:00pm- close:   free.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 11:00 - 6:00 Fri. 11- 9:00.

GRAM presents exhibitions of national caliber and regional distinction. Its collection spans from Renaissance to modern art. Call for information on exhibitions and programs

Common Gentry Carriage Co.

Sand Lake, MI

(616) 636-4398

Charge per hour.   Seats up to six people per carriage.

Call for prices and hours.

Serves downtown Grand Rapids Friday and Saturday evenings 7:00 p.m. to midnight

Horsedrawn carriage tours of 30 and 60 minutes through downtown Grand Rapids and Heritage Hill Historic District. They include a historical tour and descriptions of Victorian homes.

Coopersville & Marne Railway

Interstate 96, exit 16 or 19

Coopersville, MI

(616) 837-7000

Admission varies.

Seasonal. Call for hours of operation.

Experience a wonderful and leisurely mode of travel on the Coopersville & Marne Railway, an old-fashioned passenger train. Specialty theme trains include Murder Mystery Dinner Train.

La Grande Vitesse Sculpture

Calder Plaza, Ottawa Ave. between Michigan and Lyon NW

Grand Rapids, MI

La Grande Vitesse means "the great swiftness," or "the grand rapids." Internationally known sculptor, Alexander Calder, designed this piece specifically for this site. It was installed in 1969.

River Mountain Golf

5301 Northland Drive NE

Grand Rapids, MI

(616) 365-0606

Come experience the thrills and excitement of rugged terrain, mountains, and cascading falls all as you play a challenging round of adventure golf that's fun for the whole family!

Berlin Raceway

2008 Berlin Fair Dr.

Marne, MI 49435

(616) 677-5000

Half-mile asphalt short track features Saturday night racing in the Late Model, Sportsman and Super Stock divisions. Specialty races include ASA, ARCA, ISMA, Super Sprints. Season runs April - September.

US 131 Motorsports Park

1249 12th St.

Martin, MI 49070

(616) 672-7800

(888) 702-1399