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Event Series Model Passover Seder

Model Passover Seder

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

The Seder, which means "order," is the ritual meal that retells the Exodus story. Come and learn the story of the Israelite journey from Egyptian slavery to freedom. Taste some of the traditional foods and learn about the symbolism behind them. This is also the final day to see the L'Dor V'Dor exhibit and learn […]

Dangerous Things

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

Museums are made up of old things, but sometimes old things are not safe! The newest exhibit at the Lakeshore Museum Center explores some of the sharpest, deadliest, most poisonous, and scariest artifacts that have been collected over the museum's 85 years! Come explore the strange things that reside in our collection, such as a […]

Dangerous Things Exhibit Opening

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

Join us on Friday the 13th as we open our newest exhibit Dangerous Things!  Over the museum’s 85-year history, we have collected many unique and interesting objects. Dangerous Things looks at the sharpest, deadliest, and scariest artifacts that reside under our roofs. Join us…. if you dare! Dangerously themed snacks will be provided including jawbreakers, […]

Attack of the Bloodsuckers

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

Bloodsuckers are invading! Explore the science of what’s biting you! Examine the what, why, when, and how of mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, leeches, and other parasites. Feel for heat—bloodsuckers need a hot meal! Locate CO2 in your breath that attracts mosquitoes. Find a vein in an arm, and match suckers by their mouth parts. Play the […]

Leeches: A Natural and Cultural History

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

Each month at the museum, we will have a specific program dedicated to a different Michigan bloodsucker. Our March program will be all about leeches. Did you know that leeches are recognized by the FDA as medical devices? Did you know that being a leech collector was once a viable job? Come join staff members […]

March of the Bloodsuckers: Ticks and Their Expansion

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

Each month at the museum, we will have a specific program dedicated to a different Michigan bloodsucker. Join Doctor William Miller from Calvin University as he shares his research into one of the smallest and most dangerous bloodsuckers in Michigan, ticks. Dr. Miller will present information on the spread of new tick species into Michigan […]

Attack of the Bloodsuckers – Red Cross Blood Drive

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

On Monday, May 1, we are hosting a blood drive during open hours. We’ll have a craft station to keep kiddos busy while grown-ups give blood! The drive is open to anyone 17 and older in good health. Contact the Red Cross for more eligibility requirements. You can sign up ahead of time through the […]

Muskegon Lake Bike Tour

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

Join us for a history bike tour around the east side of Muskegon Lake. This 7-mile tour will mostly follow the bike trail around the lake and will examine the history of the Muskegon Booming Grounds, the B.C. Cobb Plant, Veterans Memorial Park, and more before returning to the museum. Tour will begin and end […]

Urban Renewal Exhibit Opening

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

Join the Muskegon Museum of History and Science for the opening of our upcoming exhibit: Urban Renewal! Stroll down 1960s Western Ave., throw a penny in the fountain of the 1980’s Muskegon Mall, and visit our hometown celebrity: KrisMoose! Learn about the revitalization of Muskegon in the1970s, the decline of the mall, and the new […]

Krismoose in July

Muskegon Museum of History and Science 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

Celebrate “Krismoose in July” with mascot of the former Muskegon mall Kris Moose. Kris has scattered several presents throughout the museum that he needs you to find. Gather up all the presents from the mall and return them to Kris for a special present! The History and Science museum gift store will also be offering […]