All things ArtPrize from around Grand Rapids.
![Grand Rapids Makes Bold Stance About AI Art In ArtPrize](http://townsquare.media/site/43/files/2024/07/attachment-artprize-no-ai-1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Grand Rapids Makes Bold Stance About AI Art In ArtPrize
ArtPrize has announced its stance on the use of AI Art in ArtPrize 2024.
![Which Grand Rapids Is Better: Michigan or Minnesota?](http://townsquare.media/site/43/files/2024/03/attachment-gr-vs-gr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Which Grand Rapids Is Better: Michigan or Minnesota?
Compare the accolades of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and decide which city is your favorite!
![World of Winter Plagued with Vandalism Again This Year](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2024/02/attachment-Three-photo-frame.jpg?w=980&q=75)
World of Winter Plagued with Vandalism Again This Year
A frustrated West Michigan artist has been battling vandals during this year's World of Winter festival.
![All Of The Things You Can Do During ArtPrize Kickoff Weekend](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2023/09/attachment-Laura-Template-2023-09-15T071348.393.jpg?w=980&q=75)
All Of The Things You Can Do During ArtPrize Kickoff Weekend
ArtPrize is back, and this weekend is packed full of great events to attend if you're looking to experience one of Grand Rapid's biggest events.
![What’s the Deal with ‘The Gatherer’ Statue in Downtown Hastings, Michigan?](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2023/07/attachment-Laura-Template-56.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What’s the Deal with ‘The Gatherer’ Statue in Downtown Hastings, Michigan?
What is that strange statue in downtown Hastings, and how did he get there?
![What Happened? ArtPrize Facebook Account Appears To Have Been Hacked](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2023/06/attachment-ArtPrize-FB-Hacked-Canva2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What Happened? ArtPrize Facebook Account Appears To Have Been Hacked
The popular Art competition Facebook page has something strange going on.
![All Good Things Come To An End: ArtPrize Says Goodbye After 13 Years](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2022/10/attachment-Feature-Pic-Artprize.jpg?w=980&q=75)
All Good Things Come To An End: ArtPrize Says Goodbye After 13 Years
Let's take a look back on ArtPrize in Grand Rapids
![Plan Ahead: West Michigan Fairs and Festivals October 1-15](http://townsquare.media/site/46/files/2022/09/attachment-Fairs-and-Festivals-October-1-15-2022.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Plan Ahead: West Michigan Fairs and Festivals October 1-15
We have more harvest festivals along with cultural festivals and art festivals. There is plenty of food, drink, entertainment, and fun for all ages.
![The First Weekend Of ArtPrize According to a Michigan Transplant & You!](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2022/09/attachment-Mental-Health-Art-Piece.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The First Weekend Of ArtPrize According to a Michigan Transplant & You!
ArtPrize's first weekend just happened. Here is my full experience of the first ArtPrize 2022 weekend.
![What is ArtPrize? What You Need to Know Before the Artist Competition Takes Grand Rapids By Storm](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2022/09/attachment-ArtPrize.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What is ArtPrize? What You Need to Know Before the Artist Competition Takes Grand Rapids By Storm
The international artist competition, ArtPrize, begins this September 15th. Here is what you need to know before the artist competition that takes Grand Rapids by storm.
![Plan Ahead: West Michigan Fairs and Festivals September 1-15](http://townsquare.media/site/46/files/2022/08/attachment-Fairs-and-Festivals-September-1-15-2022.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Plan Ahead: West Michigan Fairs and Festivals September 1-15
The fairs and festivals continue... There are cultural festivals, logging, hippie living, Labor Day celebrations, chicken wings, cider, music, and art.
![Fall Is On Its Way: 7 Fall Activities To Do in West Michigan](http://townsquare.media/site/44/files/2022/08/attachment-Lish-8.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Fall Is On Its Way: 7 Fall Activities To Do in West Michigan
Fall is right around the corner. It is never too early to start planning what you will do this season. Here are 7 activities that you must experience this fall in Michigan.