Join the Lakeshore Museum Center on a walking tour of historic Oakwood Cemetery in Muskegon. Learn the symbolic meaning behind the elaborate headstones and the history of some of Muskegon’s prominent former citizens. Space is limited to 15 participants and we ask that tour participants maintain physical distancing between family groups. Tickets are $5 and […]
**THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT** This is an annual event, so check back early next fall! Join us for a walking tour that will feature Muskegon lore, legends, and scandals. We will share stories of an assassinated mayor, a notorious gangster and a serial bomber, as well as highlight notable residents, buildings and events along […]
This 45-minute guided grounds tour offers a unique look at the Hackley and Hume Historic Sites. Learn more about Queen Anne style architecture, the site’s construction, the City Barn’s functions, and how the exterior of each building has changed throughout the years. Hear stories about the families, their pets, and the unique structures that once […]
Visit the Muskegon Heritage Museum during one of their Community Days! See unique machinery in operation, discover Muskegon products & explore Muskegon’s unique heritage. FREE to Muskegon County Residents. Each community day will focus on a different topic: Saturday, September 19th Simple Machines Part One Saturday, October 10th Simple Machines Part Two
**THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT** This is an annual event, so check back early next fall! Join us for a walking tour that will feature Muskegon lore, legends, and scandals. We will share stories of an assassinated mayor, a notorious gangster and a serial bomber, as well as highlight notable residents, buildings and events along […]
Join us outside at the museum for our annual Smashing Pumpkins night featuring the museum's trebuchet flinging pumpkins at the building, pumpkin painting, staff pumpkin carving contest and more. To protect staff and guests we ask guests to wear facemasks, use hand sanitizer often, and maintain a 6ft+ distance from other guests when possible. Capacity […]
You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the fourth Thursday of each month (note Nov & Dec are on the third Thursday due to holidays). “Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4. During this program, participants will […]
This 45-minute guided grounds tour offers a unique look at the Hackley and Hume Historic Sites. Learn more about Queen Anne style architecture, the site’s construction, the City Barn’s functions, and how the exterior of each building has changed throughout the years. Hear stories about the families, their pets, and the unique structures that once […]
Perfect for a unique group outing, we’re launching our new Flashlight Tours! This 60-minute interactive tour allows visitors to explore the Hackley and Hume Sites in a completely new light! On this guided tour, your group will make its way through 5 floors of the site as you illuminate the objects you want to know […]
Perfect for a unique group outing, we’re launching our new Flashlight Tours! This 60-minute interactive tour allows visitors to explore the Hackley and Hume Sites in a completely new light! On this guided tour, your group will make its way through 5 floors of the site as you illuminate the objects you want to know […]
