Grand River Adventure

Schedule

Sat Aug 16 2025 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49504 | Grand Rapids, MI

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Join us for the GRPM’s 3rd annual Grand River Adventure, celebrating history, science, culture, art, and stewardship of the Grand River Watershed. This one-day, open-house style event invites families and community members to embark on an immersive journey through the Grand River's past, present, and future. Learn about our watershed and how to support the preservation of this invaluable resource. Meet community partners to learn more about initiatives that support our watershed and explore an eclectic nature-inspired artists market!
In addition to activities with community partners and vendor tables, guests can join the following experiences:
River Walks, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. - Join VP of Science and Education Dr. Stephanie Ogren and her team of sturgeon, mussel, and ecology experts for a walk to the fish ladder along the riverfront (approximately a 30-minute walk).
Zoology Presentation, 1:30 p.m. - Learn about and meet some of the adorable amphibians that call the Grand River home.
Partners include:
Annis Water Institute, Grand Valley State University
Ben Gunett
The Department of Natural Resources
Eric Snyder
Field Sparrow Studio
Grand Rapids Audubon Club
Grand Rapids Parks/Riverfront Projects
The Great Lakes Fishery Commission
Hot Glue Creux
Jordan Fridsma
Jonathan Leja
The Lower Grand River Organization of Watersheds (LGROW)
Luminolio
Grand Valley State University Art Museum
Michigan Department of Environment, Grand Lakes, and Energy
Michigan Geological Survey
Ottawa County Parks
Plastique
The Mayfly Project
The Patient Artist
Thiago Porraz Art
Tours Around Michigan
West Michigan Environmental Action Council
Wild Ones River City
Zoology
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Where is it happening?

272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49504

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Grand Rapids Public Museum

Host or Publisher Grand Rapids Public Museum

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