Public Museum of Grand Rapids, History museum in downtown Grand Rapids, United States.
The Grand Rapids Public Museum spans three floors along the Grand River, containing over 250,000 historical artifacts and scientific specimens from West Michigan.
Founded in 1854 as the Grand Rapids Lyceum of Natural History, the institution became the first museum accredited by the American Association of Museums in 1971.
The permanent exhibition 'Anishinabek: The People of This Place' presents the Native American heritage and traditions of the West Michigan region.
The museum welcomes visitors Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and weekends from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, featuring a cafe and gift shop.
A 1928 Spillman carousel, accompanied by a Wurlitzer Band Organ playing 165 different music rolls, operates in a pavilion suspended over the Grand River.
Location: Grand Rapids
Inception: 1854
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00; Saturday,Sunday 10:00-17:00
Website: http://grpm.org
GPS coordinates: 42.96560,-85.67690
Latest update: March 21, 2025 02:10
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