There are 59 ArtPrize venues in the Heartside Neighborhood, including Cathedral Square, Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts (UICA), Grand Rapids Brewing Co. and Van Andel Arena. In the last Heartside ArtPrize post, we highlighted prominent venue locations along S. Division Ave, starting from our own showcase venue. Because Cathedral Square marks the southern border of the ArtPrize territory, it serves as an ideal starting point for any ArtPrize trek.
In this post, starting again from Cathedral Square, we will explore a route that takes us along E. Fulton Street to end up right in the center of the downtown art experience.
2) Pass through the Square's gardens down the meandering walkways that cross the Cathedral of Saint Andrew and venture north on Sheldon Blvd to the ArtPrize HUB. Here you can find maps, event guides, wristbands for unlimited bus rides, the ArtPrize shop and free WiFi. // 41 Sheldon SE
3) Sheldon is not only the way to the ArtPrize HUB, but also Echo Salon, with multiple large windows, curved wall and an overhang that runs the length of the salon to nourish their passion for all things artistic. // 24 Sheldon SE
3) Sheldon is not only the way to the ArtPrize HUB, but also Echo Salon, with multiple large windows, curved wall and an overhang that runs the length of the salon to nourish their passion for all things artistic. // 24 Sheldon SE
4) Next, head two blocks over to enjoy the art at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Acknowledging the importance of nurturing community within the congregation and the neighborhood, Westminster will focus on art works which reflect the ideas of community, spirit and personality of the artist. // 47 Jefferson SE
5) The next stop on your ArtPrize route lands at Cottage Bar, on La Grave Ave. Cottage Bar is the oldest pub in Downtown Grand Rapids, home to many regulars, those involved in the theatre, area church choirs and a group of writers and artists. It's charming pub like atmosphere is like a comfy old slipper that many come "home" to. // 18 La Grave SE
6) As you come to East Fulton Street, don’t miss Palatte Coffee & Art. Palatte offers delicious coffee and espresso drinks like lattes and cappuccinos, plus smoothies, hot and iced teas, sweet pastries. And a wide variety of paintings and photographs by local artists. // 150 E. Fulton
7) Next, be sure to visit One Trick Pony. This grill/taproom is located in the theatre district, right across the street from St. Cecilia's, an Exhibition Center. It is the venue of choice for local musicians who play there every Thursday night, and a favorite dining place delivering something to suit anyone's tastes. Their "one trick"....is hospitality! // 136 E. Fulton
8) The tour continues with Acton Institute, in the Acton Building. The Acton Building is a creative and visual jewel. Completely restored and renovated and home to the Acton Institute and West Michigan Center for Art and Technology. Featuring an ArtPrize winning mural on the east exterior wall. The art exhibit is surrounded by a visually stunning environment. // 98 E. Fulton
9) The final stop on this tour before you venture into the Center City District will be the building of TowerPinkster Architects | Engineers. The location, 4 East Fulton, sits in the heart of Grand Rapids at the head of the Avenue of the Arts (intersection of Fulton & Division). Its location directly across from the UICA, making the building a prime location for artists. TowerPinkster recently restored this venue to its original, art deco style. // 4 E. Fulton
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