Muse GR

09/11/2026

Join us as we host Grand Rapids Film Festival

09/11/2026

09/02/2026

Did you know that music legends like Al Green and The DeBarges have connections to Grand Rapids’ Southside?

I had the opportunity to get an update on the 3rd Ward Legacy Tour project, and it was so cool learning more about how this project will help uncover and celebrate the stories, people, places, and history that make the Southside so special.

From music legends and community leaders to local landmarks and hidden gems, the Legacy Tour will give residents and visitors new ways to explore the rich history of our community. I was especially excited to learn about the interactive kiosks coming soon that will help bring these stories to life in a fun and engaging way.

A huge thank you to Stephen and Taylor Smith at Muse GR and Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives (GRAAMA) for the incredible work you’re doing on this project and for helping shine a light on the beauty, culture, and legacy of the Southside. There are so many stories here that deserve to be told, and I can’t wait for folks to experience them.

As your commissioner, I’m proud to have championed funding to support the 3rd Ward mural project and the Legacy Tour. These investments are about more than beautifying our community. They are about honoring our history, celebrating our culture, and making sure the stories of the Southside are preserved and shared for generations to come.

The Southside has always been full of history. Now, we’re making sure more people get to discover it.

09/02/2026

07/31/2026

Last freestyle Friday was amazing but tonight’s finale will be 🔥🔥🔥show up and get your art backpack

07/30/2026

Hey Creatives! It's the last Freestyle Friday of the summer! We would love to have you all come out. All creatives welcome! First 30 young creatives will receive a backpack stuffed with art supplies!

07/30/2026

Great honor!

07/25/2026