This hour and a half program will invite families to explore the museum with activities at a variety of age levels around our monthly theme/topic. We will have time as a large group for an introduction and then families will be welcome to explore the theme stations and the museum on their own. Stations will […]
In 2022 during a dig for a new culvert, a nearly complete Mastodon skeleton was discovered on the Clapp families’ property in Kent County. Join us as we welcome the lead of this dig Dr. Cory Redman from the Grand Rapids Public Museum as he addresses the commonly asked questions related to the discovery, excavation, […]
It’s that time of year again! Join the museum for our annual Smashing Pumpkins event where you can launch a pumpkin at the building. There will also be pumpkin painting, exploding pumpkins, and scavenger hunts. And don’t forget to vote for your favorite pumpkin carved by museum staff and local organizations. Pumpkins will be available […]
The museum houses a collection of skulls and bones. See if you can recognize what animals the skulls belong to by examining their teeth, eye sockets, and other features. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. Funding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National […]