My City May 2022

MYFUN Grand Rapids Art Museum

Less than two hours away in the heart of Grand Rapids, the GRAM o ers an impressive 20,000 square feet of gallery and exhibition space featuring the upcoming exhibits of “American Impressionism 1870-1940,” “„e Miner S. and Mary Ann Keeler Collection” and “„e Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited.” Learning & Discovery Got a bored kid or two? Besides our own great Flint Children’s Museum, there are more facilities throughout the state dedicated to encouraging childhood discovery. So, pack ‘em up and head on out to enjoy a day of wonder and memories. Impression 5 Science Center Located in nearby Lansing, this facility features multiple hands-on science exhibits in the areas of nuclear physics, water ‘ow, the color spectrum, nano-particles, bubbles, nature and construction.„is summer, the science center will feature an animal and ecosystem exhibit by the Wild Kratts®. Raven Hill Discovery Center A little farther away (just south of Boyne City in East Jordan), hands on science, history and art for the entire family awaits! Activities include instruction on the subjects of chemical science, earth/space science, life science, physical science, process skills, history and the arts. Raven Hill also boasts fun outdoor exhibits such as the “Ancient World’’ and “Jurassic Park.” Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum A želd trip favorite, this museum o ers a little bit of just about everything. Kids will be wowed for hours in the Steam Park, Legacy Gallery, Preschool Gallery, the “All About You” exhibit and „eater of Design. For a special day, you can reserve a birthday party for your little tyke and their friends. 

RAVEN HILL DISCOVERY CENTER

IMPRESSION 5 SCIENCE CENTER

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