The Campau Centennial Celebration took place September 23-26, 1926 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the first permanent white settlement in Grand Rapids by Louis Campau. Festivities took place throughout the weekend and included pageants, exhibits and a parade. The celebration was meant to celebrate the history of the city of Grand Rapids, as well as high hopes for the city's future.

The city of Grand Rapids, Michigan celebrated its sesquicentennial (150th) birthday on April 5, 1988. A week-long celebration was held, including programs, exhibitions, an antique car show, a 5k run/walk, children's games, an old-style fashion show and dedication of a sesquicentennial tree. This collection includes approximately 60 images taken during the celebration. The images are snapshots and show events as well as billboards and signs posted around the city.