The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is pleased to announce Jerry Gretzinger as the selected artist for the Airport’s latest art installation. Gretzinger’s renowned work, Jerry’s Map, will be displayed in the new Consolidated Rental Car Facility (CONRAC), which is expected to open in Spring 2026.
The installation at the Airport will feature a monumental selection from Jerry’s Map, including 2,441 panels, each measuring 8″ x 10″. This mural represents the 2015 stage of Gretzinger’s evolving artwork. The panels, printed on aluminum composite, will span the entire four stories of the CONRAC’s customer service building, capturing the intricate and generative nature of the map. The work blends cartography with abstract composition, inviting viewers to engage with a world of dynamic color and structure. The intricate process involves acrylic paint, markers, colored pencils, ink and inkjet prints.
“We are excited to showcase Jerry’s exceptional artwork at the Ford International Airport,” said Casey Ries, chief asset development officer for the Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority. “His work not only reflects the history and character of our community but also offers travelers a unique and immersive artistic experience.
“Jerry’s Map will serve as an exciting introduction to the creativity and culture of West Michigan when the CONRAC opens in 2026, and we’re proud to share it with visitors from around the world.”


I had the privilege of attending the ribbon cutting; what an exceptional art project!