Attractions and events in Lowell, Michigan are the focus of topics in this portion of our agenda.
Although Lowell is a rapidly growing city, it is not a large city, with a population of around four thousand, but it is a historic city within the Grand Rapids Metro Region, and easily accessible.
The Downtown Lowell Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. The city was founded on the site of a Native American Ottawa village, and first settled by European-Americans in the early 1830s. The city's historic district covers both sides of five city blocks, encompassing fifty-six buildings and structures, the majority of which were built from 1865 to 1890.
Besides historic buildings, other topics appropriate for this category include Lowell museums, libraries, theaters, and art galleries, as well as parks and hiking trails within the city, sports and recreational opportunities, and entertainment venues, whether sponsored by the city, school, college, community organization, or as a private entity.
Local concerts, festivals, and other events are also suitable for this area of our guide.
Recommended Resources
Situated near the Flat River on West Main Street, Lowell, Michigan, the working art studio and framing center exhibits art from member artists, including works in several media, including ink, pastel, oil, acrylic, watercolor, handmade paper, photography, and collage. Member artists are featured, its custom framing services, upcoming classes, and contacts are provided, along with the gallery location, hours, a forum, a blog, and a private member's area. Purchase inquiries may be made.
https://www.flatrivergalleryandframing.com/
Based in Lowell, Michigan, Great Lakes Baseball is a non-profit organization charged with teaching the fundamentals of baseball to young athletes, fostering an environment in which they can develop their skills in a team atmosphere, and teaching the mental side of the game. Participation is subject to tryouts, and upcoming tryout schedules are published on the site. Registration may be done online, and an application for a coaching position may be completed online, as well. Contacts are posted.
http://glbaseball.com/
Founded in 1989, the museum was incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1990. Housed in the 1873 Graham Home, an early history gallery, industry, and retailing gallery, and a Showboat gallery were opened in 2001, while the east side of the home has been refurbished and includes a parlor, dining room, porch, and garden, as well as a changing exhibit gallery, which opened to the public in 2004. Its exhibits, educational programs, collections, and research facilities are set forth.
http://www.lowellmuseum.org/
Created as the Lowell Area Arts Council in 1977, the organization connects local and regional artists through the visual and performing arts, promoting exhibitions, performances, and events, and acquired two adjoining buildings on the corner of Main and Broadway in 2015. Its locations, hours of operation, and schedules, and information on gallery viewings, music events, theatre productions, festivals, classes, and workshops are presented, along with membership data.
https://www.lowellartsmi.org/
Lowell Classic Gravel Road Race
Following a course along the banks of the Flat River and through rural Ionia County, largely on unpaved roads, the bicycle race includes 34-mile and 50-mile routes, each single loops, including two historic wooden covered bridges. First organized in 1929, the track now encompasses more than a hundred and eighty acres and includes an island on the Flat River, as well as a portion of the North Country Trail. Maps, schedules, results, training tips, and online registration are provided.
http://www.thelowell50.com/
Part of the West Michigan Football Program, LYFL was established to promote the development and maintenance of a supervised, youth-based football program serving several West Michigan communities. Headquartered in Lowell, it includes flag football, tackle football, 8th-grade football, high school football, football camps, flag cheer, and youth cheer programs. A calendar of events, field locations, eligibility policies, registration, and contacts are posted on the site.
https://www.lowellyouthfootball.com/
