Your place of never-ending curiosity and inspiration is expanding to offer even more access to history, science, and culture.
Chaffee Planetarium
Don’t miss out on stellar shows including Anishinaabe Star Knowledge, The Dark Side Light Show, and our latest planetarium presentation, Planet Explorers
Jay & Betty Van Andel Legacy Awards Gala
Purchase your tickets for an evening celebrating 30 years of Van Andel Museum Center and four exceptional honorees with dinner, drinks, a special program, and dancing.
The Intersection of Art and Nature, Nov. 16
Join us for another Saturday of art-focused activities throughout the Museum. This time, the crafts are inspired by The Nature of Color exhibit. Come get creative!
Join Finny's Friends
From as low as $5 a month, Finny’s Friends make a difference. They help keep program fees for Camp Curious, field trips, and other educational experiences low.
The GRPM boasts one of Michigan’s largest collections of historical and cultural artifacts and scientific specimens that tell the stories of West Michigan and the wider world.
Explore the Community Collections with 250,000+ Artifacts & Specimens.
Build Your Ideal Museum Field Trip.
Including free and affordable onsite and virtual programming to connect to curriculum and inspire curiosity.
- Free admission every day of the year
- Discounts to planetarium shows, camps and more
- Free admission to 300+ museums and science centers nationwide
- Free parking in the Museum’s ramp
- Pays for itself in less than 2 visits