Art of Resilience: Veteran Exhibit - Opening Day Ceremony

Schedule

Sat Sep 19 2026 at 10:30 am to 11:00 am

UTC-04:00
Location

Veterans Memorial Park | Grand Rapids, MI

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Experience an inspiring collection of artwork created by veterans, each piece telling a powerful story of resilience, service, and healing.
About this Event

Nestled in downtown Grand Rapids, Art of Resilience boasts the artworks of 22 individual veterans and 10 groups, giving a unique glimpse into the lives of those who have served. Come celebrate our veterans, connect with their stories, and witness the transformative power of art.

Opening speech will be given by Reginald Howard of Hero's Corner, followed by a color guard and rifle drill performance by the junior ROTC color guard!

Pre-show music starts at 10:15am.


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Veterans Memorial Park, 101 Fulton Street East, Grand Rapids, United States

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