The garden is located just
east of the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan. It consists of
132 acres with several features including Sculpture Park,
Conservatory, Children's Garden, Michigan's Farm Garden,
amphitheater for summer concert events, nature trails and
boardwalks.
The facility was
established in 1995 under the support of Fred and Lena
Meijer founder of the Meijer Thrifty Acres company. It was
devoted to both horticulture and to the display of large,
outdoor pieces of sculpture.