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 […]
Tally Ho! An Adventure Awaits! Join Nature Cat and his friends for a wild day of discovery at the Muskegon Museum of History & Science as we celebrate the opening of our newest exhibit, Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond, on Saturday, May 30, 2026! Kick off the adventure with a fun, open-house style celebration for […]
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 […]
Our newest exhibit, Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond, is now open. This 2-day camp, based on the ideas of the PBS show and exhibit, will teach young campers about being good caretakers of the environment. Campers will make bottle birdfeeders and go“birding” in the museum, they will make musical instruments out of things found in […]
Our newest exhibit, Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond, is now open. This 2-day camp, based on the ideas of the PBS show and exhibit, will teach young campers about being good caretakers of the environment. Campers will make bottle birdfeeders and go“birding” in the museum, they will make musical instruments out of things found in […]
Invasive species are non-native plants and organisms that can outcompete native species and disrupt ecosystems. Managing them often requires long-term treatment and monitoring. This presentation will cover common invasive species in the Muskegon area, effective management strategies, and how the Muskegon Conservation District works with landowners and partners to reduce their impact. $5 admission for […]
Welcoming in the longest day of the year, we are going to be painting our own sun. Using water colored paints, you can create an everlasting sun to light up the rest of the year. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. These free family programs are underwritten by: This activity is […]
Back in 1620’s, before Michigan became a state, the French began exploring the new world. They were the first to build forts in the Great Lakes region and begin trading with the Native Americans tribes. Join us to see artifacts both parties would have been trading. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for […]
June 30 10:00am Historic Walking Tour 1:00pm Maintaining American Independence Tour (MAIT) July 2 10:00am MAIT 1:00pm Historic Walking Tour July 7 10:00am MAIT 1:00pm Historic Walking Tour July 9 10:00am MAIT 1:00pm Historic Walking Tour July 18 4:00pm MAIT August 7 6:00pm MAIT August 15 4:00pm MAIT August 18 10:00am Historic Walking Tour 1:00pm […]
