In 2022 during a dig for a new culvert, a nearly complete Mastodon skeleton was discovered on the Clapp families’ property in Kent County. Join us as we welcome the lead of this dig Dr. Cory Redman from the Grand Rapids Public Museum as he addresses the commonly asked questions related to the discovery, excavation, […]
It’s that time of year again! Join the museum for our annual Smashing Pumpkins event where you can launch a pumpkin at the building. There will also be pumpkin painting, exploding pumpkins, and scavenger hunts. And don’t forget to vote for your favorite pumpkin carved by museum staff and local organizations. Pumpkins will be available […]
* Note: The 2024 Obiturary Tours are sold out. On this candlelit evening tour, travel back in time to explore the deaths, funerals, and autopsies that occurred in the Hackley and Hume Houses. Become immersed in the practices and traditions of death and dying in the Victorian Era. Space is limited, so be sure to […]
* Note: The 2024 Obiturary Tours are sold out. On this candlelit evening tour, travel back in time to explore the deaths, funerals, and autopsies that occurred in the Hackley and Hume Houses. Become immersed in the practices and traditions of death and dying in the Victorian Era. Space is limited, so be sure to […]
You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science on the third Saturday of October, November, January, February, March, April & May. October 19November 16January 18February 15March 15April 19May 17 Little Learners is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4. […]
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 […]
FREE Admission for Muskegon County Residents to the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business & Industry. Saturdays in October: 11am-4pm
The museum houses a collection of skulls and bones. See if you can recognize what animals the skulls belong to by examining their teeth, eye sockets, and other features. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. Funding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National […]
* Note: The 2024 Obiturary Tours are sold out. On this candlelit evening tour, travel back in time to explore the deaths, funerals, and autopsies that occurred in the Hackley and Hume Houses. Become immersed in the practices and traditions of death and dying in the Victorian Era. Space is limited, so be sure to […]
* Note: The 2024 Obiturary Tours are sold out. On this candlelit evening tour, travel back in time to explore the deaths, funerals, and autopsies that occurred in the Hackley and Hume Houses. Become immersed in the practices and traditions of death and dying in the Victorian Era. Space is limited, so be sure to […]
