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SUMMARY:Guided Walking Tour: African American History on The Grand
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a reflective walking tour exploring the African American experience in Grand Rapids\, from 1826 to today. Led by Caroline Cook\, this tour highlights key stories\, events and landmarks that shaped the city’s African American community. Offered 3 times throughout the festival\, each tour follows the same route. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\nGuided Historical Tour: Caroline will share powerful stories about African American figures\, places\, events and issues that have impacted the city.\nEngaging & Educational: Learn about the rich history and contributions of African Americans in Grand Rapids through thought-provoking narratives.\nComfortable Walking: Dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes for a one-hour tour through Downtown.\n\n  \nHow to Participate: \n\nNo RSVP required! Simply show up at Rosa Parks Circle (in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum Main Entrance) at 6:00 PM to begin your tour.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/guided-walking-tour-african-american-history-on-the-grand/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Guided Walking Tour: The Chilly Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 7th Annual Chilly Challenge—a 7-week walking series that explores Downtown Grand Rapids like never before! Each week\, enjoy a 60-minute guided walk with local expert Caroline Cook\, uncovering hidden gems\, history and culture. \n  \nWalk Schedule: \n\nJan 9 at 12:00 pm | Lapping the Landmarks\nJan 16 at 12:00 pm | Art For All\nJan 23 at 12:00 pm | World of Winter\nJan 30 at 12:00 pm | Grand Rapids Most Haunted\nFeb 6 at 12:00 pm | Miles and Miles of Murals\nFeb 13 at 12:00 pm | Park to Park to Park 1\nFeb 20 at 12:00 pm| Park to Park to Park 2\n\n  \nWhat to Expect: \n\nSeven Themed Walks: Every Thursday at 12:00 PM\, Jan 9–Feb 20\nExpert Guide: Caroline Cook shares fascinating stories of the city.\nMeet New People: Get outdoors\, stay active\, and connect with fellow explorers.\n$25 Gift Card: Complete all 7 walks and earn a gift card to a Downtown business of your choice!\n\n  \n\n\nHow to Participate: \n\nNo RSVP required! – Just show up at the JW Marriott lobby (near Starbucks) at noon.\nComplete all 7 walks to earn your $25 gift card!
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/guided-walking-tour-the-chilly-challenge-5/
LOCATION:JW Marriott\, 235 Louis St NW\, grand rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Guided Walking Tour: Art Installations
DESCRIPTION:Experience the outdoor art that transforms Downtown Grand Rapids into a winter wonderland. Join local expert Caroline Cook for a Free Guided Walking Tour\, offered 5 times throughout the festival. Each tour follows the same route\, showcasing the city’s stunning art installations up close. \n  \n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\nExpert Guide: Caroline Cook provides behind-the-scenes insights and fascinating details about each art piece\, giving you a deeper understanding of the installations.\n\n\n\n\nImmersive Art Experience: Explore outdoor sculptures\, light displays and interactive installations.\nMeet New People: Connect with fellow art lovers while discovering new parts of the city.\n\n  \nHow to Participate: \n\nNo RSVP required! Simply show up at Rosa Parks Circle (in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum Main Entrance) at 6:00 PM to begin your tour.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/guided-walking-tour-art-installations-4/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T120000
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SUMMARY:Guided Walking Tour: The Chilly Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 7th Annual Chilly Challenge—a 7-week walking series that explores Downtown Grand Rapids like never before! Each week\, enjoy a 60-minute guided walk with local expert Caroline Cook\, uncovering hidden gems\, history and culture. \n  \nWalk Schedule: \n\nJan 9 at 12:00 pm | Lapping the Landmarks\nJan 16 at 12:00 pm | Art For All\nJan 23 at 12:00 pm | World of Winter\nJan 30 at 12:00 pm | Grand Rapids Most Haunted\nFeb 6 at 12:00 pm | Miles and Miles of Murals\nFeb 13 at 12:00 pm | Park to Park to Park 1\nFeb 20 at 12:00 pm| Park to Park to Park 2\n\n  \nWhat to Expect: \n\nSeven Themed Walks: Every Thursday at 12:00 PM\, Jan 9–Feb 20\nExpert Guide: Caroline Cook shares fascinating stories of the city.\nMeet New People: Get outdoors\, stay active\, and connect with fellow explorers.\n$25 Gift Card: Complete all 7 walks and earn a gift card to a Downtown business of your choice!\n\n  \n\n\nHow to Participate: \n\nNo RSVP required! – Just show up at the JW Marriott lobby (near Starbucks) at noon.\nComplete all 7 walks to earn your $25 gift card!
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/guided-walking-tour-the-chilly-challenge-6/
LOCATION:JW Marriott\, 235 Louis St NW\, grand rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Guided Walking Tour: African American History on The Grand
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a reflective walking tour exploring the African American experience in Grand Rapids\, from 1826 to today. Led by Caroline Cook\, this tour highlights key stories\, events and landmarks that shaped the city’s African American community. Offered 3 times throughout the festival\, each tour follows the same route. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\nGuided Historical Tour: Caroline will share powerful stories about African American figures\, places\, events and issues that have impacted the city.\nEngaging & Educational: Learn about the rich history and contributions of African Americans in Grand Rapids through thought-provoking narratives.\nComfortable Walking: Dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes for a one-hour tour through Downtown.\n\n  \nHow to Participate: \n\nNo RSVP required! Simply show up at Rosa Parks Circle (in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum Main Entrance) at 6:00 PM to begin your tour.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/guided-walking-tour-african-american-history-on-the-grand-2/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Guided Walking Tour: Art Installations
DESCRIPTION:Experience the outdoor art that transforms Downtown Grand Rapids into a winter wonderland. Join local expert Caroline Cook for a Free Guided Walking Tour\, offered 5 times throughout the festival. Each tour follows the same route\, showcasing the city’s stunning art installations up close. \n  \n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\nExpert Guide: Caroline Cook provides behind-the-scenes insights and fascinating details about each art piece\, giving you a deeper understanding of the installations.\n\n\n\n\nImmersive Art Experience: Explore outdoor sculptures\, light displays and interactive installations.\nMeet New People: Connect with fellow art lovers while discovering new parts of the city.\n\n  \nHow to Participate: \n\nNo RSVP required! Simply show up at Rosa Parks Circle (in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum Main Entrance) at 6:00 PM to begin your tour.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/guided-walking-tour-art-installations-5/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Art Installation Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join local expert Candice Smith for a free guided walking tour of Downtown Grand Rapids’ outdoor art installations. Tours run several times throughout the festival and follow the same route. \n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nExpert insights: Candice shares the stories behind the art.\nOutdoor art: Sculptures\, light displays\, and interactive installations.\nMeet people: Connect with fellow art lovers.\n\n  \nHow to Join: \nNo RSVP is needed. Meet at Rosa Parks Circle (in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum) at 6:00 PM. \n\n\nBonus: Head to Fire & Ice after the tour.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/art-installation-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Art Installation Walking Tour (ASL)
DESCRIPTION:Join local expert Candice Smith for a free guided walking tour of Downtown Grand Rapids’ outdoor art installations. Tours run several times throughout the festival and follow the same route. \nThis tour will include a sign language interpreter.\nWhat to Expect:\n\nExpert insights: Candice shares the stories behind the art.\nOutdoor art: Sculptures\, light displays\, and interactive installations.\nMeet people: Connect with fellow art lovers.\n\n  \nHow to Join: \nNo RSVP is needed. Meet at Rosa Parks Circle (in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum) at 6:00 PM. \nBonus: Head to the Projection Drumming Show after the tour.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/art-installation-walking-tour-3/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Art Installation Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join local expert Candice Smith for a free guided walking tour of Downtown Grand Rapids’ outdoor art installations. Tours run several times throughout the festival and follow the same route. \n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nExpert insights: Candice shares the stories behind the art.\nOutdoor art: Sculptures\, light displays\, and interactive installations.\nMeet people: Connect with fellow art lovers.\n\n  \nHow to Join: \nNo RSVP is needed. Meet at Rosa Parks Circle (in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum) at 6:00 PM. \n\nBonus: Stick around for Love on Ice after the tour.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/art-installation-walking-tour-4/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Art Installation Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join local expert Candice Smith for a free guided walking tour of Downtown Grand Rapids’ outdoor art installations. Tours run several times throughout the festival and follow the same route. \n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nExpert insights: Candice shares the stories behind the art.\nOutdoor art: Sculptures\, light displays\, and interactive installations.\nMeet people: Connect with fellow art lovers.\n\n  \nHow to Join: \nNo RSVP is needed. Meet at Rosa Parks Circle (in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum) at 6:00 PM.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/art-installation-walking-tour-2/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Window Display Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Bundle up and learn more about our artistic window displays across Downtown Grand Rapids! Our guide will walk you through each installation\, sharing the stories of the artists\, the businesses that host them and the buildings they are in. \n\nHow to Join: \nNo RSVP needed. Meet at Rosa Parks Circle (in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum) at 3:00 PM.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/window-display-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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SUMMARY:Art Installation Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join local expert Candice Smith for a free guided walking tour of Downtown Grand Rapids’ outdoor art installations. Tours run several times throughout the festival and follow the same route. \n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nExpert insights: Candice shares the stories behind the art.\nOutdoor art: Sculptures\, light displays\, and interactive installations.\nMeet people: Connect with fellow art lovers.\n\n  \nHow to Join: \nNo RSVP is needed. Meet at Rosa Parks Circle (in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum) at 6:00 PM.
URL:https://worldofwintergr.com/event/art-installation-walking-tour-5/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks Circle\, 135 Monroe Center St NW\,\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours,Wellness
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