Purim is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the defeat of Haman, a Persian official, and is celebrated with festivities and a carnival-like atmosphere. Join us to learn about the story and to make noisemakers, get your face painted, and complete a scavenger hunt to uncover the story of Purim. This event is free for museum […]
The Occidental Hotel was a hospitality destination all on its own. It played host to future presidents, sitting vice presidents, famous adventurers, and countless banquets and wedding receptions over the century it served as the center of Muskegon’s social life. Join us for an evening looking back at the history of the Occidental Hotel and […]
With it nearing the beginning of Spring, join us in making some coffee filter butterflies to brighten up the new season.
You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. “Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4. During this program, participants will be invited to join us for storytime and free play […]
Visible nearly everywhere today, movies were one of the most important inventions of the Victorian Era. Join us to learn about and see some of the earliest movies ever made, the technology behind early filmmaking, and the history of movies in Muskegon! Space is limited, so order your tickets today! When you arrive, check into […]
Experience the Hackley House as you never have before! For many years, the Hackley Attic has been a mysterious place for visitors. Now it is up to you and your closest friends to escape a Victorian storage room filled with puzzles, locks, and riddles. Brush up on your Muskegon history and escape the attic in […]
This Friday night is all about the Lumberjacks. Join museum staff to participate in some lumberjack games and activities like log balancing, log sorting, and a sawing competition. Staff from the Lumberjacks hockey team will also be on hand with a fun hockey activity. So, put on your best flannel and come downtown for a […]
Stop into the museum to learn about some of our local birds, who will be migrating back with the warming season.
Pop by the museum this Saturday, where we will be creating take-home sensory bottles. Fill them with some cotton, your choice of color, and add a little bit of sparkle.
This 3-day Spring Break camp is for learners ages 8-15 who are interested in STEM topics. This camp will include experiments, demonstrations, and activities on topics including stars and constellations, light and color, and lumbering, among others. Camp is 9 AM - 12 PM, April 5-7. STEM Mini-Camp is $15 for museum members and $20 […]
