*Available for Faculty, Staff and Registered Student Organizations Only*

Grand Valley State University is excited to be an integral part of downtown Grand Rapids, where a vibrant sense of community and contagious excitement thrive. The Laker Store, situated on the northwest corner of The Grand Rapids Art Museum and overlooking Rosa Parks Circle, embodies this dynamic atmosphere.

Beyond being a prime location for GVSU-branded clothing and gifts, the Laker Store on Monroe serves as a vital activation space. It provides Faculty & Staff and Registered Student Organizations with a unique opportunity to engage with the downtown Grand Rapids community, including its residents and visitors. This space fosters connections and interactions that go beyond traditional retail, enriching the university's presence in the heart of the city.

GVSU Activation Space:
• Event Tabling Space – Indoors
• Event Tabling Space - Outdoors

To check availability:
Please contact Conference & Event Planning at (616)331-6620, or
e-mail  [email protected] .

For more information on the activation space:
Space Information & Policies 
Online Request Form

The Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM) has additional meeting and event options which are coordinated directly with GRAM.  To inquire about these additional venue options, please contact the GRAM directly at (616)831-1000 or visit [email protected]

Grand Rapids Art Museum
101 Monroe Center St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503