The 1928 Spillman Carousel at the Grand Rapids Public Museum is back in operation after being temporarily closed for repairs to its century-old gearbox.

After being closed for about a week, the nearly 100-year-old carousel is once again spinning and welcoming visitors just in time for Spring Break.

The closure was announced on March 20, just over one month after the carousel's renovated reopening, when museum staff noticed an issue with its 98-year-old custom gearbox.

"Our top priorities are guest safety and preservation of this nearly 100-year-old artifact," the museum stated when the closure was announced. The museum kept visitors updated as they worked to repair the 1928 Spillman Carousel, a community treasure that has been a beloved attraction at the museum for decades.

In a post on Facebook, GRPM confirmed that its exhibits team made swift repairs and the carousel was back up and running once again. The museum expressed excitement about welcoming visitors for rides during Spring Break, which runs from March 28 through April 12.

The Grand Rapids Public Museum offers Spring Break activities every day during the break period, including extra activities, shows, and visits from community partners. The museum encourages families to plan their visit during this special programming period.

The Spillman Carousel remains a significant part of the museum's collection and continues to draw visitors who want to experience a piece of Grand Rapids history.