The open, hard-surface plaza adjoining the City and County buildings hosts numerous large community events and "La Grand Vitesse," the Alexander Calder Stabile which symbolizes the City of Grand Rapids.

The open, hard-surface plaza adjoining the City and County buildings hosts numerous large community events and "La Grand Vitesse," the Alexander Calder Stabile which symbolizes the City of Grand Rapids.

15 hours ago · The new location at Calder Plaza will provide more space, a better guest experience, and an opportunity to enhance the festival while keeping it at the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. 'Irish Off Ionia will bring the same exciting, high-energy experience that our community knows and loves. Moving to Calder Plaza allows us to take the festival to ...

GR Forward revealed Grand Rapidians aspire to make the large plaza surrounding the Kent County Administration Building, Grand Rapids City Hall and La Grande Vitesse more inviting and comfortable for people to use everyday.

Nov 30, 2024 · Festival is the annual three-day celebration of the arts, held in downtown Grand Rapids. The first Festival in 1970 highlighted the 1969 installation of Alexander Calder’s La Grande Vitesse on what is now known as Calder Plaza.

Views of the river, public art installations and historic architecture make it a great place to stay when visiting GR. American sculptor Alexander Calder created what became the recognizable symbol of Grand Rapids. Located in front of city hall, "La Grande Vitesse" (meaning "the great swiftness") is a monumental, site-specific sculpture.

Mar 14, 2024 · The first phase of a redesign to Calder Plaza officially got the green light with the Grand Rapids Downtown Development Authority approving nearly $50,000 in funding for this long-awaited...

Mar 21, 2024 · — A familiar location in downtown Grand Rapids will be getting a facelift over the next few years. The project to restore Calder Plaza, which was put on hold because of the pandemic just secured...

The Calder Plaza Building in Grand Rapids, MI is a prominent commercial property offering a range of services and amenities for businesses and residents alike. With its central location and convenient access to city services, the building provides a hub for various departments and offices, making it a vital part of the local government ...