Spark your curiosity with a visit to the GRPM, a place of inspiration focusing on science, history, 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
The Shark Days of Summer
The GRPM has planned a full week of sharky fun from shark trivia to LEGO® sharks! Mark your calendars for one or all of these fin-tastic opportunities.
Get your tickets for a special series of Planetarium Light Shows on the second Fridays of June, July, and August at 7 p.m featuring the music of Queen and Pink Floyd!
Live From Paraguay: Fossil Research
Join us on July 9 at 11 a.m. in the Meijer Theater for the opportunity to speak with our staff who are in Paraguay researching future fossils in the Pilcomayo River Megafan.
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