In the late 1940s, urban renewal began as cities faced a decline in their downtown business districts and neighborhoods. More people moved to the suburbs, which caused downtown to struggle. Muskegon was no exception. Stroll down 1960s Western Avenue, visit the Muskegon Mall, and explore visions for the future of downtown Muskegon. Learn about Muskegon’s […]
The City is celebrating 150 years of the Muskegon Fire Department. The Fire Barn Museum is offering FREE admission to any active and retired firefighters for the month of September. Active and Retired Firefighters–FREE Admission. All other visitors $5 per person. All guests are to check in at the City Barn Gift Shop at the […]
The Lakeshore Museum Center's Board of Directors Meetings will take place on the following days: August 28 September 25 October 23 November 27 December 14 All meetings will be held […]
You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. “Little Learners” […]
Get up close with the past and present with this tour of downtown and the Urban Renewal exhibit! Start inside the museum to view the exhibit and then head outside […]
The trees are bursting with the fall colors. Using paints and cotton balls, we can create your own colorful tree to display. Funding for these programs has been provided by […]
Come play with us! This game of Life simulates Charles Hackley and Thomas Hume as they travel through life from, education, marriage, business decisions, children, retirement, and adversity along the way! If you have a competitive spirit and love game night? Bring your friends and family to experience the game of Life at the Hackley […]
Come play with us! This game of Life simulates Charles Hackley and Thomas Hume as they travel through life from, education, marriage, business decisions, children, retirement, and adversity along the […]
Don't miss out on Free tours every weekend in October for Muskegon County residents! Bring your family and friends to tour the Hackley and Hume Historic Site, the Fire Barn Museum, and the Scolnik House of the Depression Era before we close for the season. This is the museum’s way to say “thank you” to […]
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. Before families […]
