STORY
We wanted to let you know a little bit more about the Avenue for the Arts…..
The Avenue for the Arts is a neighborhood title for the South Division commercial corridor.
We are residential, commercial and nonprofit groups working together in a creative community.
We are residents in Heartside, and active participants in shaping change in our neighborhood.
In 2005, we choose the Avenue for the Arts as a title to represent our commercial corridor and
the projects and events that we create.
The Avenue for the Arts has been recognized as a center for arts and culture in Grand Rapids.
• 2004 Cool Cities Designation by the State of Michigan
• 2006 Historic Preservation Outstanding Preservation Project
• 2007 Michigan Historic Preservation Network Tax Credit Award
• 2007 Governor’s Award for Exemplary Business supporting the Arts Award
• 2009 Neighborhood Business Alliance Award for Best Neighborhood Promotion
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