Gravity is a fundamental, invisible force of attraction that pulls objects with mass or energy toward each other. Can you defy the force of gravity by constructing a protective structure for a plastic egg drop? Experiment with different weights to see how they fall. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. These […]
A lever is a simple machine consisting of a rigid bar pivoting on a fixed point (fulcrum) to amplify force. Stop in to create your own lever by building a mini catapult and test it with marshmallows. We’ll also have a giant lever demonstration setup for lifting weights. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, […]
The Museum is once again participating in the STEAM Along the Lakeshore event, alongside many other organizations downtown. Stop by our location to make your own glider out of straws […]
Friction is a force resisting the relative motion of two surfaces in contact. We’ll be experimenting with cars in a race on ramps of different materials. Test out sliding items across different textures to see which are easy and difficult to move on. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. These free […]
Celebrate Hackley Day with Free Tours! Join us at the Hackley and Hume Historic Site as we kick off the 2026 season with extended hours and activities for everyone. Muskegon County residents can enjoy free admission for a classic tour from 10 AM to 4 PM, while regular admission rates apply for all other guests. […]
As we move into Spring, there will be more and more insects, especially butterflies fluttering about. When butterflies land, they can be hard to see thanks to camouflage. That's to […]
Celebrate Hackley Day with a day full of fun, history, and community! Join us at the Hackley and Hume Historic Site as we kick off the 2026 season with extended […]
It's World Turtle Day! Celebrate with us by decorating 3-D paper turtles and tortoises while learning facts and differences between these two species. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. These free family programs are underwritten by: This activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT […]
Our newest exhibit, Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond, (opening May 30th) has a focus on recycling. With this in mind, we’d like to show our Pride for the earth by creating unique and colorful art by melting down old crayons into new fun shapes. We will be providing crayons, but we also encourage you to […]
Stop in to learn some simple circuitry through hands-on building. Use one of three different styles of snap circuits that come with a variety of switches and motors that can run bells and alarms, cause parts to spin, and much more. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. These free family programs […]
