Heritage Hill

Heritage Hill is, quite literally, first class. With homes dating from 1848, Heritage Hill is the City of Grand Rapids' first residential neighborhood. In 1973, it became the city's first historic district. And today Heritage Hill remains one of the largest urban districts in the United States. The Meyer May, Frank Lloyd Wright's first commission in Michigan, is just one premier attraction.

 

The neighborhood boasts hundreds of architecturally significant structures and more than 60 distinct architectural styles. Enthusiasts can take a self-guided walking tour or join the highly popular annual two-day public tour hosted by the neighborhood association in October.

 

Located immediately east of the central city, Heritage Hill was once home to the entrepreneurs, educators, and politicians that shaped the city. The neighborhood today remains equally diverse and prestigious.

Front Seats to the City


Welcome to Green Building Capital, USA


Defining 'Sustainability,' Grand Rapids Style


Touring the Rock Roads


City schools attracting more suburban students


Moving Ahead


Greening Grand Rapids


Metro Council conference highlights partnerships


Grand Rapids Approves $15 Million Road, Sewer Investment


The Inn Crowd


Education, innovation key to West Michigan’s economic success


GRCC president scores high on annual review


Major wireless carrier boosting investment in GR


Konica Minolta plans $13 million GR expansion


Heritage Hill Visiting Guide


Meijer, GM partner to promote alternative fuel


Heritage Hill Photo Essay


Transit agency brings kids to books