Things to Do in Grand Rapids
Nicknamed the "River City," Grand Rapids is a diverse and vibrant city with many opportunities to immerse yourself in culture, education, entertainment, and recreation. The whole family will love exploring the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, the Grand Rapids Children's Museum, the Gerald R. Ford Museum, the Grand Rapids Public Museum, and the Grand Rapids Art Museum. Check out the John Ball Zoo, the Blandford Nature Center, the Calvin Ecosystem Preserve & Native Gardens, and Richmond Park for outdoor adventure. Grand Rapids was recently named the best city in America for craft beer and the third best for first-time home buyers. Its economy is consistently ranked as one of the best and fastest growing in the country.
Grand Rapids Industries
Grand Rapid's history as a major furniture-manufacturing center is evidenced by the many furniture companies located here, including Steelcase, Herman Miller, Haworth, Knoll, and American Seating. Other leading industries include printing, graphic arts, plastics and chemicals, grocery wholesale, and food processing.
Most of the Grand Rapids new homes for sale can be found in North Grand Rapids. However, there are also new homes for sale in new housing developments in Holland, 30 miles southwest of the city via I-196.
Top Grand Rapids School Districts
Altogether nine school districts cater to your kids’ educational needs, including the top rated Forest Hills Public Schools, ranked among the top ten best school districts in Michigan as well as for athletics. Bask in everything the city has to offer.
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