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        Kent County kids receive FREE general admission, with reduced pricing for adults and seniors!
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        272 Pearl Street NW
        Grand Rapids, MI 49504

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        U.S. Service Members and Families Free This Weekend!

        This weekend, the GRPM extends free admission to all U.S. service members—active or retired—and their families.
         
        See our new Veterans display, in partnership with the Michigan Heroes Museum, honoring West Michiganders who served the United States during World War II.
         

        This offer includes those serving in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, National Guard, Reserves, U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, and NOAA Commissioned Corps, along with up to five family members.

        Ask our front desk upon arrival to redeem.

        Early Closure Notice

        The GRPM will be closing early at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14th, for Cabinet of Curiosities: Grand Slam!

        This elevated spring fundraiser explores America’s favorite pastime through Grand Rapids history and celebrates the GRPM’s new exhibit, Play Ball! The World’s Largest Collection of Detroit Tigers Autographed Baseballs.

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        Planetarium Closure Notice

        The Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium is closed June 8 through June 15 for the most significant systems upgrade made to our Planetarium in 10 years!

        Come back after June 15 to see crisper, cleaner, and more vibrant visuals, and a system capable of showcasing parts of the universe we weren’t able to display before!

        Upcoming
        Planetarium Closure Notice

        The Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium will be closed June 8 through June 15 for the most significant systems upgrade made to our Planetarium in 10 years!

        Come back after June 15 to see crisper, cleaner, and more vibrant visuals, and a system capable of showcasing parts of the universe we weren’t able to display before!

        Closure Notice

        The GRPM will be closed for Easter on Sunday, April 20. We will reopen on Monday, April 21 for normal hours. 

        Extended! Become A GRPM Member, Earn $20 in Museum Promo Cash

        Get $20 in Museum Promo Cash with the purchase of any membership now through Friday, December 6!

        This promo cash can be used towards admission to the Museum, Planetarium tickets, unique local gifts at the Curiosity Shop, and food and beverages at the Museum Cafe.

        Become a Member Today!

        Museum Promo Cash expires June 30, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Any unused balance will be forfeited after this date. This card is for promotional purposes only and is not redeemable for cash or Museum credit.

        Become A GRPM Member, Earn $20 in Museum Promo Cash!

        Get $20 in Museum Promo Cash with the purchase of any membership now through Tuesday, December 3! 

        This promo cash can be used towards admission to the Museum, Planetarium tickets, unique local gifts at the Curiosity Shop, and food and beverages at the Museum Cafe.

        Become a Member Today!

        Museum Promo Cash expires June 30, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Any unused balance will be forfeited after this date. This card is for promotional purposes only and is not redeemable for cash or Museum credit.

        Closure Notice

        The GRPM will be closed on Thursday, September 12, 2024 for an event. We will re-open on Friday, September 13, 2024 at 9 a.m. 

        Late Opening Notice.

        On Saturday, May 11, the Museum will open at 12 p.m. due to road closures for the Amway River Bank Run.

        Early Closure Notice.

        The Museum will close at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1 for Museum Adventure After Dark. Tickets are still available!

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