Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

It's not every day a fan gets to sing with their favorite artist. Check out this life-changing story from FOX 17 : WXMI TV, after last week's performance with Amos Lee.

Sunshine, sculptures, and stunning blooms! ☀️ Summer at Meijer Gardens is the perfect recipe for a day of adventure. Explore, relax, and take in the beauty of our 158-acre campus. Visit https://lnkd.in/dN8zNRem to plan your visit. #meijergardens #grandrapids #westmichigan

Paul Villinski's sculpture, "Delivery," calls attention to food insecurity taking place all over the world. The artwork is inspired by a World War II bomber plane that drops sustenance for those in need instead of explosives. People from all walks of life can become food insecure, and many will find themselves in need at some point during their lifetime. In West Michigan and the Upper Peninsula, many neighbors are just a job loss or medical crisis away from insufficient food. On Sunday, July 14, learn more about food insecurity during a lecture with Naim Edwards from 2–3 pm and donate non-perishable food items from 11 am–5 pm, in collaboration with Feeding America West Michigan. For more information, and for a list of the most needed food items, please visit: https://lnkd.in/grqYydsC

Musicians from West Michigan gather at Meijer Gardens on select summer Sundays through July and August to present the Sunday Strings live classical chamber music concert series. Sunday Strings, conceived and created by Grand Rapids Symphony section violinist Haijin Choi, provides chamber music fans an opportunity to experience unique and compelling musical selections—from classical to contemporary—performed by local musicians. Sunday Strings performances begin at 2 pm in the Huizenga Grand Room, are complementary for members and are included in general admission for nonmember guests. Visit: https://lnkd.in/gaX_RY4Q for more info.

Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 We will be open today, Thursday, July 4, from 9 am–5 pm. We hope you have a great 4th of July. #meijergardens #july4th #independenceday

Heads up! Meijer Gardens will be open regular hours on Thursday, July 4, from 9 am–5 pm. Pictured is "Bald Eagle Off Cannery Point" by Sandy Scott. #meijergardens

We’re honored to have Paul Villinski’s "Flight Patterns" written up in Colossal! Read more about this show at:  

Did you know? 🌲 Meijer Gardens is an American Conifer Society Reference Garden. We have over 150 conifer trees within our collection, including approximately 20 genera from 5 families, compromising about 75 species and over 100 cultivars. Are you interested in learning more about tree identification? Join our Summer Tree Identification class on Saturday, July 13, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Learn to distinguish between trees based on their leaves, bark, and overall characteristics. Register at: https://lnkd.in/gSxaszsG

We are thrilled to be included in this story from CNN about why Grand Rapids is one of America’s Best Towns to Visit! CNN Travel's editors curate a yearly list of top spots, considering things like must-see sights, delicious eats, vibrant nightlife, unique culture, local character and nearby adventures. Enjoy this article, featuring Meijer Gardens President & CEO Charles Burke. Featured photo is "Iron Tree" by Ai Weiwei. Article link: https://lnkd.in/gx-rtfqt

Earlier this week, our education team had a blast at the Michigan Capitol for the mParks - Michigan Recreation and Park Association's Come Out & Play event. Hundreds of summer campers from across the state joined the mParks fun by creating botanic sketches and building a model of "Grand Rapids Arch" by Andy Goldsworthy.  #meijergardens #mParks