It's the only thing to do in Grand Rapids so I guess if you're there check it out!…read more Price was decent for the tour

An interesting tour of Sanitarium artifacts and Adventist village. We were on a docent lead tour…read moreand it was informative. A few basic questions posed by us about Dr. Kellogg were met with "I don't know", but a quick Google search filled in the blanks.

This is such a great free museum! Nate and I were in town recently and wanted something to do, so…read morewe stopped in. We were greeted at the front desk and given the layout of the museum. I love that they have free lockers to store your coat and personal items. Really handy as we had our winter coats on. The museum has a few special exhibits as well as a permanent collection that includes a ton of information on the history of Kalamazoo, a mummy, and a planetarium. (The planetarium show is $3 per person.) We learned about the Kalamazoo State Hospital and explored the super cool traveling exhibit Skin: Living Armor, Evolving Identity. I learned a lot about animals' skin and their adaptations, how skin has informed technology, and how skin has affected people historically in terms of racism and prejudice. There are a few interactive elements to the exhibit but I think it would be best for middle school kids and up. The museum overall was well kept and for the most part had working installations. I saw some kids playing and the history of Kalamazoo was really interesting. It took us about two hours to explore the museum. It's not a place I need to go every time I'm in Kalamazoo, but I would say if you're a local and have never been, you should check it out. Or if you're visiting and looking for an indoor activity!

It's been many, many years since I've been to the museum. I was very proud to show my friend and…read moreher little one. The building of wonders and artifacts. I was surprised to see so many cool new things like a small diner, a storyboard, sounds machines, wind tunnels. It was really cool! Some of the local favorites were still there. Including the mummy which we just had to check out. After looking at that we went and played a game of fact or opinion! We didn't even realize we'd played for hours and hours. Time really does fly when you're having fun!

Only 90 reviews so far? That is surprising for a place this large and this well put together…read more The Gilmore Car Museum is much more than a single building filled with old cars. It is an entire campus with multiple buildings, historic-looking streets, a vintage diner, recreated service stations, and separate exhibits covering different manufacturers and periods of automotive history. There is a lot to see, and it would be easy to spend most of the day here without getting through everything. The quality of the environment is what really stands out. The buildings, signs, displays, and surrounding grounds all feel carefully planned and maintained. It has an almost Disneyland-level attention to detail, just without the rides. Instead of simply placing cars in rows, many of the vehicles are displayed in settings that help explain their history and make the experience more interesting. The collection itself is extensive, ranging from very early automobiles to unusual prototypes, luxury cars, and more familiar classics. The vehicles we saw were in excellent condition, and the exhibits included enough information to provide context without turning every stop into a long reading assignment. The staff members we encountered were friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly interested in the museum. The entire property was also exceptionally clean and well maintained. Even people who are not serious car enthusiasts could appreciate the history, architecture, and effort that went into creating this place. For anyone interested in automobiles, it is absolutely worth going out of the way to visit.

Best collection of 1940's-and-earlier cars I've ever seen. Especially those big, luxurious,…read morestylish cars from the 1930's, all in beautiful condition. As a muscle car fan, I especially enjoyed the collection of 1960's-era cars, including a Yenko Camaro; in high school I had a buddy who talked about Yenko Camaros all the time! If you're not there for a car show, just know that you'll be paying more for your ticket, even if you don't actually peruse the show. Check out the letter that Clyde (of "Bonnie & Clyde") wrote Henry Ford!

How does a place this interesting have only one other Yelp review (so far)?…read more Honolulu House was built in 1860 by Abner Pratt after he returned from serving as the U.S. consul to Hawaii. He designed the home to bring some of that island atmosphere back to Michigan, which helps explain the unusual architecture, murals, woodwork, and stained glass. The house is beautifully preserved, and there is an impressive amount of detail in every room. Definitely worth seeing while visiting Marshall.

Marshall is such a charming small town filled with rich history and local landmarks, including the…read moreHonolulu House Museum. It is a beautiful home with Hawaiian and Western elements. It's been beautifully restored with hand-painted walls and ceilings. One hour tours are available for $10. It is worth it to learn the history of each of the owners and the story behind the rooms and artifacts in them. Many of the owners were influential politicians and lawmakers in Michigan's history. I enjoyed the story of one of the owners, Charles Gorham, who was an anti-slavery activist and ambassador to the Netherlands. Free parking for museum patrons is located at the back of the house on Parkview Street.

I came for a quick hike on an icy cold afternoon with my friend. The Park is composed of a…read moreHistorical Area, hiking trails and a kayak launch into the creek. In May, the Park was hit by a tornado that destroyed many of the trees and damaged several structures. It is amazing how Mother Mature can change the face of the land so quickly. The Park is named Celery Flats, because the region has been popular for growing celery with its sandy soil. The Historic Area of the Park is decorated for the holidays with trees and lights. Historic buildings include a grain elevator, a one room school house and Stuart Manor. Stuart Manor as moved to the park in 1994 and was one of the first homes built in Portage. Hayloft Theater is a restored barn turned theater. The barn was damaged by the tornado and is awaiting repair. There is also an amphitheater in the Park that is perfect for summer concerts. The buildings were not open for touring during our visit, but they appear to be open during events. The Historic Area is a perfect place to bring the kids to learn about history. The hiking trail through the Park is part of the trail system that meanders through Portage and Kalamazoo. There are picturesque bridges along the trail with a canoe/kayak launch over Portage Creek. The trails are a perfect place to watch birds. We saw a flock of mallards in the creek during our visit. The trail offered something I had not seen before. There was a solar phone charging station near a bench for those who need to stay connected. The Park has a really nice pavilion that was decorated for Christmas. I could see this as a perfect place to take family pictures or visit with Santa. The parking lot is large with handicapped spaces close to the pavilion. The trails are paved and easily accessible. I will return to see how the forest recovers from the tornado. The Park has a lot to offer.

This is a very popular spot, very clean and beautiful it was recommended by a friend when we asked…read morewhat's a good walking trail. We are from Battle Creek and she told us this spot county zoo.

Lots of trails, connects to Oshtemo park and library. The Magnificent Pines and Batts Pond are nice…read morehighlights.

One of the nicest walking paths I've been on. Totally quiet and private. I photographed the map…read moreat the beginning so I could follow it easier but paths are marked very well. Entrance is a bit hidden but with Google Maps easy to find. If you love nature, flowers and huge trees you will love this place.

My friend suggested this place and on top of that i surprised my mother - honestly i thought it…read morewould be more available to see and maybe feed. Unfortunately i was disappointed - it was nice as something new but would i go back....NO!. Definitely a one time deal - Santa was sure nice and chatty; made sure kids took photos first then adults. Happy Watching (I guess) the reindeers.

Went on a reindeer adventure. Saw great reindeer and got some good information from the tour great…read morespot to stop in don't see this is Chicago.

This place is magical! The cars, the vibe, perfect! Wednesday drive ins are the best car show…read moreyou'll see.

Located on the campus of the Gilmore Automobile Museum, the Model A Ford Museum is dedicated to…read morepreserving the Model A Ford. Since its inception in the late 1980s, Model A Ford Foundation, Inc. (MAFFI) has had a goal of opening a museum that would be dedicated to the car known as Henry's Lady, the Model A Ford. The Model A was actually a stop-gap automobile. Henry's beloved Model T had put America on wheels, but by 1927, people were tired of the Tin Lizzie, basically unchanged since its debut in 1908. Henry was working on a secret engine design, that would later become the famous Flathead V-8 but it was far from ready. The last Model T, the fifteen millionth, was driven off the assembly line on May 26, 1927, by Henry and Edsel Ford. Henry told his crew, "Well, Boys, we better get busy designing a new one." For six months, the Ford factories were shuttered, causing a minor recession in Detroit, as the car market waited to make a purchase and see what "The New Ford" would be like. Henry Ford told the press that the New Ford was so impressive that he wiped the slate clean and started the alphabet over again. So the New Ford was the Model A, introduced on November 1, 1927. It was a sensation, including a song entitled, "Henry's Made A Lady Out of Lizzie." The Model A was manufactured from 1927 to 1932, listed as model years 1928-1931, when the 1932 Ford V-8 was introduced. 5 million of the reliable little Fords were produced, passenger cars, coupes, roadsters, sedans, phaetons and cabriolets, as well as a full line of commercial vehicles such as pickup trucks, station wagons and a full line of heavy duty trucks. The Model A Museum displays many of those Model A body styles plus some very unusual body styles, including a mail truck and a school bus, there's even a tank truck and a compressor. There are cutaway views of engines, transmissions and a chassis. The building resembles a 1929 vintage Ford dealership, including a showroom, service department, parts department, and a Gulf gasoline station out front. This is all but a mandatory pilgrimage for anyone who is a fan of the Model A Ford or of any Ford product, for that matter. Anyone who is a car enthusiast will enjoy this museum, while taking the opportunity to look at all the other eye-candy offered by the Gilmore Automobile Museum. It's located a few miles north of I-94 between Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, and is a destination for any automobile enthusiast.