Voted "Best Beer Scene" in the USA two years in a row (and currently in the running for a third year!), Grand Rapids has a lot going for it in the craft beer department.

Brew lovers here in Beer City USA also have have the opportunity to learn more about the science and history beer at the Grand Rapids Public Museum

GRPM is offering "Beer Explorers" classes this spring and summer.

At the March 15 class, you can learn all about hops with Elk Brewing. You'll find out from propagator, to grower, to processor, and finally to brewer, what each role does with hops and what they are looking for within the hops.

This class includes 3 beer samples plus admission to explore the 1st and 2nd floor of the Museum. Tickets are $10 for Museum members, and $20 for non-members.

Upcoming Beer Explorers Classes at GRPM:

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