We've seen many Grand Rapids City Parks get major upgrades over the past few years - and the improvement continues!

Recently, two Grand Rapids parks got the beautification treatment. Local artists have used their incredible talents to liven up the parks' benches, bathrooms, and picnic tables.

👇BELOW: ARTPRIZE WINNERS 2009-2024👇

The City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department partnered with Lions & Rabbits Center for the Arts on the projects to help keep local parks vibrant and appealing.

Coit Park is located at 727 Coit Ave. NE. There you will discover four benched painted by local artist, Bram Donahue (@expired.ink on Instagram).

City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation, Facebook
City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation, Facebook
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The Parks and Rec. Department shared on Facebook,

The artistic benches not only provide comfortable seating but also serve as conversation starters and photo opportunities for park visitors. Come see how we're transforming Coit Park into an outdoor gallery that celebrates local talent and community spirit!

Abeerdeen Park at 2230 Eastern Ave NE has new art  to show off on its benches, picnic tables, and bathrooms, as well!

The bathrooms have been painted with vibrant colors and animals thanks to Deva (@devadidit).

City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation, Facebook
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Thanks to local artist Anna Kausch (@nanna_rt) the picnic tables are now adorned with colorful dogs, cats, and dinosaurs.

City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation, Facebook
City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation, Facebook
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Bram Donahue has shared his talents at Aberdeen Park as well!

Grand Rapid Parks and Recreation, Facebook
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According to GR Parks and Rec,

@expired.ink  was back at it again, this time catering to what everyone envisions this particular playground item and making it look EVEN MORE like a hamburger! (but please, do not attempt to eat it!)

All ArtPrize Winners from 2009 to 2024

In its 15th year, ArtPrize continues to draw hundreds of thousands of people to Downtown Grand Rapids each year to explore the art and venues dispersed throughout the city. While there are many winners each year, there is only ONE Grand Prize winner determined by the public via voting. Here is each winner from 2009 to now. All photos are courtesy of ArtPrize.

Gallery Credit: Tommy McNeill

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