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Professional Development & Workshops

Throughout the year, the GRPM hosts several professional development and workshop opportunities for educators. Topics range from incorporating a Museum Mindset into the classroom to how to weave local histories into your teaching. 

Free Open House Educator Night with Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family

Visit the Grand Rapids Public Museum after hours for an exclusive event for educators connected to the traveling exhibit Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family. Join other educators to learn how to incorporate Tyrannosaurs into your curricular goals or field trip schedule this school year.

When: October 22, 2025 | 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Where: The Grand Rapids Public Museum
272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504

Cost: FREE

What to Expect:

  • Free supplementary materials, including activity guides and books
  • GRPM staff with advice on maximizing the field trip experience
  • A presentation on Michigan Fossils with Dr. Cory Redman, GRPM Science Curator,  designed specifically with educators in mind at 6:30 p.m.
  • Complimentary refreshments

  • A raffle entry for a free field trip, valued up to $500!

Register Now
Text: Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family. October 11, 2025- April 25, 2026. Something Big is here. GRPM logo along side sponsor logos. Image features a Tyrannosaur looming in the foreground of a Grand Rapids scene along the river.
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Custom Professional Development Events

Want to learn more about educational strategies, tools, and resources tailored to your needs with Museum educators? Contact Director of Education Erin Koren at ekoren@grpm.org to discover what custom professional learning we can bring to your organization.

The GRPM is NOW OPEN

âš¡ Electricity is back in the building! âš¡
 

The GRPM is open for guests today, July 28. While the Museum is open, the cafe will be closed.

We hope to see you here. Stay cool in the heat today, Grand Rapids!

An exhibit with the label ELECTRICITY in pink lights

Museum Parking Ramp Closed Saturday, July 26

The Museum Parking Ramp will be unavailable for use this Saturday due to the Pleasant Peninsula Mural Festival taking place on Front Avenue. They will be painting 21 new beautiful murals to brighten up Downtown Grand Rapids.

Alternative FREE parking will still be available in the GVSU Mt. Vernon lot at 50 Front Ave SW. See the map below for directions on how to access the Mt. Vernon lot.

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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 & Cafe Closure Notice

The Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium and the Museum Cafe will be closed from September 2nd – 5th.

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!