Allendale, Michigan

Arboretum, University

The primary area consists of seven acres. Trees and Shrubs that are indigenous to West Michigan are featured, although other specimens have been included because of their special characteristics, color, and texture. The specimens number over 700, with 195 varieties represented. The pond area also includes a number of aquatic plants.

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Art, Culture, Library, University

Art Museum focusing on early American art. Traveling exhibitions complement a permanent collection of more than 4,000 works. A fully equipped art school offering hundreds of classes to more than 3,000 students annually. Programs and events designed to make art accessible to all ages and art tastes. A beautiful gallery shop offers unique, artist-made gifts at all prices.

University Center, Michigan

Art, Library, University

The Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum features a unique collection of over a thousand works that span the 70-year career of Detroit-based public sculptor, Marshall M. Fredericks (1908-1998). He is known nationally and internationally for his impressive monumental figurative sculpture, public memorials and fountains, portraits, and medals.

East Lansing, Michigan

University

Dearborn, Michigan

University

Allendale, Michigan

Art, Culture, General, History, Library, University

The Stuart B. and Barbara H. Padnos Student Art and Design Gallery: This gallery is a unique venue on the GVSU campus. Its primary function is to offer students the opportunity to organize and execute exhibitions of their work. In the recent past, students have sponsored juried themed exhibitions of work, used the space for BFA thesis shows and showcased projects from individual classes.

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Children's, General, History, Planetarium, Science, University

There's always something happening for you at the Museum, whether you're a preschooler, a big kid, or grown up. Come by yourself or in groups. Programs for kids and families are hands-on, sometimes featuring a special performer. Preschool circle time programs are offered Monday through Saturday in Children's Landscape.

East Lansing, Michigan

Culture, Natural History, University

The Michigan Stained Glass Census, which began in 1992, is a statewide survey of architectural stained glass that is sponsored by the Michigan State University Museum. With the help of Volunteer Census Takers, the Census is locating, recording, and photographing stained glass windows throughout Michigan. The information collected by Census Takers is maintained in a computerized archive at the Michigan State University Museum.

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Art, University

One of the leading university art museums in the country, the University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) is a dynamic meeting place for the arts at the heart of a great university. In 2009, UMMA opened a landmark 53,000-square-foot expansion, named the Maxine and Stuart Frankel and the Frankel Family Wing for its lead benefactors, and a major restoration of its 41,000-square-foot Beaux-Arts home, Alumni Memorial Hall.

Kalamazoo, Michigan

University