After Dark Tour
2026-10-02 21:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit) | Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Have you ever explored history after the sun sets?
Experience the Hackley and Hume Historic Site After Dark! This unique evening tour invites you to discover the Site in a whole new light. Learn about the lumbering business, the Hackley and Hume families, and life during the Victorian Era in Muskegon.
Gather your friends or family and join us for this unforgettable after-hours adventure!
Space is limited, so secure your tickets today!
Check in at the City Barn (carriage house) behind the Hackley and Hume Historic Site.
Free parking is available on Webster Avenue and 6th Street.
Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/after-dark-tour–2026

This activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.

MHM Free Community Days - Air Travel
2026-10-03 11:00 - 16:00 | Muskegon Heritage Museum, 561 W Western Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Join us at the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry for one free day each month!
During the 2026 season, this series will focus on the theme of transportation. Discover the many ways Muskegon County has moved people and products over time and how those connections helped our community grow.
Free to the public.

October 3: Air Travel

This event is sponsored by Automated Industrial Motion.

This activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.

Flashlight Tour
2026-10-09 20:00 - 21:00 | Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Join us for the Hackley & Hume Flashlight Tour! Experience these historic homes in a whole new light on a 60-minute interactive adventure. With flashlights in hand, you and your group will explore the hidden corners of the Hackley and Hume Houses, uncovering their beauty, intrigue, and the fascinating stories of the lives-and deaths-of those who once called them home.
Space is limited, so be sure to secure your tickets today!
When you arrive, check in at the City Barn (carriage house) behind the Hackley and Hume Historic Site. Free parking is available on Webster Avenue and 6th Street.
Intoxicated guests will not be admitted and will not receive a refund.
$15 for members & $20 for non-members.
Geared for ages 10 and up.
Register at Zeffy Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/flashlight-tour-2

Obituary Tour
2026-10-16 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-10-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Immerse yourself in a captivating candlelit evening as you explore Victorian traditions of death and remembrance, uncovering the rich stories and history of those who once inhabited these renowned homes.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to book your tickets today! Upon arrival, check in at the City Barn (carriage house) between the Hackley and Hume Houses. Free parking is available on Webster Avenue & 6th Street.
Any intoxicated patrons will be refused admission with no refund.
$25 for non-members or $20 for members.
October 16, 2026
October 17, 2026
Session 1:6:30pm-8pm. Session 2: 8:30pm-10:00pm
Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/obituary-tour-2

Obituary Tour
2026-10-16 20:30 - 22:00, 2026-10-17 20:30 - 22:00 | Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Immerse yourself in a captivating candlelit evening as you explore Victorian traditions of death and remembrance, uncovering the rich stories and history of those who once inhabited these renowned homes.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to book your tickets today! Upon arrival, check in at the City Barn (carriage house) between the Hackley and Hume Houses. Free parking is available on Webster Avenue & 6th Street.
Any intoxicated patrons will be refused admission with no refund.
$25 for non-members or $20 for members.
October 16, 2026
October 17, 2026
Session 1: 6:30pm-8pm. Session 2: 8:30pm-10:00pm
Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/obituary-tour-2

All Sites Closed - Thanksgiving
2026-11-26 - 2026-11-27 | MI
All Lakeshore Museum Center sites will be closed Thursday, November 26, and Friday, November 27, for Thanksgiving.

Holiday Tours 2026
2026-11-28 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-12-05 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-12-12 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-12-19 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-12-27 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-12-28 15:00 - 19:00 | Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Kickoff the holiday season with joy at the Historic Hackley & Hume Houses!
Join us on Saturday, November 28 from 3–7 PM for an evening filled with creativity–design your own ornaments and postcards snap a cozy photo in a carriage, and explore the beautifully decorated homes.
The celebration continues every Saturday in December with a special twice-a-year offering: self-guided tours of the stunningly adorned Hackley & Hume Houses open from 3–7PM. The festivities conclude with one final evening of self-guided tours on Monday, December 28. Cast your vote for the Best-Decorated Room! Each admission includes 2 free voting tickets, with additional tickets available for $1 each or 6 for $5. Voting runs through December 28.
Be part of this cherished holiday tradition that has been lighting up the season since 1972.
Additional holiday tour dates:
December 5, 2026
December 12, 2026
December 19, 2026
December 27, 2026
December 28, 2026
Normal Admission Prices:
Adults $12
Seniors (65 +) $10
Kids (3-12) $5
No registration required. Tickets are available at the door.

Snowball Tea
2026-12-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Celebrate the season with an elegant Holiday Tea at the Hackley and Hume Historic Site!
Dress festively and join us for a charming afternoon tea. Enjoy tea, coffee, and lemonade served with tasty morsels and sweet treats.
Your ticket includes the tea event, a holiday-themed presentation, and a tour of the Hackley and Hume Houses, beautifully decorated for the season.
Space is limited, so be sure to secure your tickets today!
When you arrive, check in at the City Barn (carriage house) behind the Hackley and Hume Historic Site.
Free parking is available on Webster Avenue and 6th Street.
$20 for non-Members
$15 for Members
$12 for Kids under 12
Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/holiday-tea-event-2

All Sites Closed - Christmas
2026-12-23 - 2026-12-25 | MI
All Lakeshore Museum Center sites are closed Wednesday, December 23, through Friday, December 25, for Christmas.

All Sites Closed - New Year Holiday
2026-12-31 - 2027-01-01 | MI
All Lakeshore Museum Center sites will be closed Thursday, December 31, through Friday, January 1, for the New Year holiday.
