Exhibition Centers

More people, see more art, in more neighborhoods. That's the mantra behind "exhibition centers," what we call a handful of large venues curated by regional cultural institutions.

In 2011, ArtPrize® wants people to explore the city more. So, we're creating exhibition centers as different launching points into the event. Each one is a non-profit facility with a sponsor attached, curated by a regional cultural institution, and housing over 25 artists, a voter registration site and a store.

They are…

• Grand Rapids Art Museum
• Urban Institute of Contemporary Arts
• Diocese of Grand Rapids' Cathedral Square
• Grand Rapids Public Museum
• Women's City Club
• Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
• GVSU Outdoor Art & Sculpture Exhibition Center
• St. Cecilia Music Center

Some of you paying close attention notice Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park falls outside of the ArtPrize boundary. No, we’re not changing the boundary this year. Meijer Gardens is an exception because 1) they are the only internationally recognized arts organization in Grand Rapids that falls outside our boundary and 2) they made a large commitment to provide a shuttle for their visitors into the ArtPrize district.

• Opening Day, September 21, 2011, 6-10 PM
• Monday-Thursday, Noon-8 PM
• Friday & Saturday, Noon-10 PM
• Sunday, Noon-6 PM