Events

Interested in the theories surrounding Civil War gold connections to Muskegon as seen on History Channel’s The Curse of Civil War Gold? Participate in this illuminating and interactive mock trial […]

Did you know that the STEM Center at the Lakeshore Museum has weekly challenges? Stop in today to be the first to try this week’s challenge: building the longest roller coaster. Free to Muskegon County residents and museum members; $5 for non-residents. Walk-in, open-house style event.

Interested in the theories surrounding Civil War gold connections to Muskegon as seen on History Channel’s The Curse of Civil War Gold? Participate in this illuminating and interactive mock trial covering the TV show theories as well as the facts we have on hand in our archives… Decide for yourself once and for all… Is […]

Looking for something to get the kids out of the house the last week of summer? Join us for our End of Summer Open House! We will have several family-friendly activities throughout the museum in addition to our four hands-on exhibits: The Show Must Go On, STEM Center, Science Center, and Body Works! FREE for […]

Spend part of your Saturday exploring life as a Fur Trader in Michigan. You’ll learn what animal furs earned the most money, what items were traded, what clothes fur traders wore, and much more. You might even get a chance to try and find some furs hidden around the museum! Free to Muskegon County residents […]

Lakeshore Museum Center and the Hackley & Hume Historic Sites will be closed for Labor Day.

It’s a date night at the museum for the whole family! Join us for extended museum hours with fun stations and themes. The Show Must Go On night will be all about the Muskegon Civic Theatre. Join us to get a glimpse behind the curtain at backstage theatre magic through hands-on activities and a take-home […]

Families whose children have ASD, or sensory disorders, are invited to attend a special Sensory Saturday event! This is a  FREE event where a variety of accommodations have been put into place to create an inclusive, welcoming, and safe place. Families can visit the museum’s exhibits, work on a craft, and have the option to […]