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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 Saturdays: Sea Lampreys

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

Following along with our newest exhibit, Attack of the Bloodsuckers, learn facts about this vampire fish.

Homeschool Days

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

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 […]

March Saturdays: Bat Craft

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

Flap on by the museum for a bat craft. Using clothespins, coffee filters, markers, and a splash of water, you can create a friend of the night.

True Crimes of Muskegon

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

Our True Crime program returns, where we put you in the shoes of a detective to see if you can solve real-life Muskegon crimes! Examine the evidence and read witness statements to see if you can figure out who committed the crime. Participants will be in small groups and will be tasked with solving four […]

Event Series Little Learners Play & Learn: Time

Little Learners Play & Learn: Time

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

You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursdays 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 a 15-20 minute organized […]

Family Fun Night: Dairy Day

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

Join us at the Lakeshore Museum Center as we talk all things dairy. During this fun filled evening we will be looking at the science and history of making butter and ice cream. We will also be talking about the various dairies that have delivered milk to the citizens of Muskegon County. Country Dairy will […]

March Saturdays: Magnetic Science

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

Stop by the museum for some hands-on learning with magnets. Learn how they work and the science involved.