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The Connection
Our Mission: An exciting program of cultural, social and educational events for young members of our community.
The Connection is a vibrant group of community members in the West Michigan Area in their 20s, 30s and 40s who wish to help "promote the enjoyment, understanding and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environments and the arts" in an innovative and fun way.Become a Member of The Connection
The Connection Member Benefits
- Invitation to special events including talks with artists, sculptors, gardeners, collectors and curators; and, exclusive parties for The Connection members.
- Visits to artist's studios, gardens, private collections and galleries.
- Learn more about Meijer Gardens in an intimate way.
- Networking opportunities with other young professionals in the community.
- Supporting West Michigan's premiere cultural destination.
The Connection members also receive:
- General Member Benefits
- Free admission for one year.
- Discounts on amphitheater concert series tickets, classes, workshops and on merchandise in our gift shop.
- Free use of audio wands.
- Special invitations to members-only events.
- Reciprocal benefits at more than 200 national gardens, arboreta and conservatories.
Memberships are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
Membership fees are non-refundable
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Individual, $100 - one designated adult
Dual, $175 - two designated adults residing in the same household
Family*, $200 - one or two designated adults and children 18 and under, all residing in the same household. *The one or two designated adults receive The Connection and General Member benefits. The children 18 and under receive General Member benefits only.
Enhance Your membership!
Add-A-Guest, $25
The Add-A-Guest feature can be added to any membership of The Connection. This allows for free general admission for one guest per visit. Named member must accompany free guest. The Add-A-Guest feature pertains to General Member Benefits only - it does not apply to events for The Connection.
Download the Membership Application
Upcoming Events
More events for The Connection are being planned. Check back soon!
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is a 501©(3). A portion of your ticket price will go towards supporting this organization.
Stay in Touch
If you'd like to receive information on The Connection and upcoming events, there are a variety of ways!
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More information
The Connection Member Hotline: 616-974.5222
The Connection Member Email: hmack@meijergardens.org
The Connection Steering Committee 2010
Sarah Abel, Center for Community Leadership
Kim Bode, 834 Baba
Josh Depenbrok, GRNow.com
Kaitlyn Disselkoen, GR Outdoor
Bryant Ellam, Mass Mutual Financial Group
Nicole Huston, 834 Baba
Madelaine Lane, Warner Norcross & Judd LLP
Laura McPhail, The Hideout Brewery
Elisabeth Mills, Community Member