These Retro Grand Rapids Ornaments Bring Back the Best Childhood Memories

If you grew up in Grand Rapids, chances are you have a soft spot for the places that made your childhood special.

Whether it was grabbing an olive burger at Hot N Now, catching a movie at Studio 28, or walking through the twinkling lights at the old malls during the holidays. Now, one talented Etsy creator has brought back all of your Grand Rapids favorites from days past, in the form of adorable retro Christmas ornaments for your tree.

Each ornament features a beloved Grand Rapids landmark or business from years past, and they’re the kind of decorations that will instantly spark memories. These are adorable, and I plan on decking out my tree immediately.

Studio 28

Movie lovers may remember this iconic theatre along 28th Street. If you miss it (and the great popcorn) you can add it to your tree. (link)

Roaring 20's Pizza

Anyone who remembers Roaring 20's remembers the giant organ that was the centerpiece of the restaurant. You get a small token to remember that as a bonus with this one. (link)

Clock Fine Food

Your memories of their pancakes may be fine enough, but you can also have a reminder of the sign that once stood tall on Alpine Avenue. (link)

Hot N Now

In honor of Hot N Now returning to West Michigan, you might as well get one of these ornaments of the iconic Hot N Now building. (link)

Mr. Fables

Probably one of the most missed chains in West Michigan, everyone wishes they could have a Fable burger again. While, we can't do that- you can at least pay tribue to them each holiday season with this ornament. (link)

Red Lion

While this sign still stands on Bridge Street, that doesn't mean you can't still pay tribute to a legend of the past. This one is just too good to pass up on, just like those Red Hots were. (Link)

Honorable Mention: GR Themed Slate Coasters

They also make these super awesome Michigan Slate coasters with Grand Rapids icons like the blue bridge, the statue in Calder Plaza, and the downtown skyline. These are just awesome, not retro. (Link)

Happy Holidays, and enjoy these year-round if you want, because these iconic brands of Grand Rapids' past won't be coming back.