Lake Michigan Coastal Dunes: History, Science, and Protection
2026-07-09 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Detroit) | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
The coastal sand dunes along Lake Michigan are the largest assemblage of freshwater dunes in the world. This session explores how dunes were formed, why they matter ecologically, their historical significance in our state, and state laws related to them.
Learn about dunes that were once here such as Pigeon Hill, and the stories of how our dunes have been used – and sometime overused – in the past. Participants will also learn how significant these dunes are, and what we can do to care for these remarkable places into the future.
Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county.
Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/lake-michigan-coastal-dunes-history-science-and-protection
This activity is supported by Muskegon Conservation District and the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.

Nature Cat Watch Along
2026-07-10 16:30 - 18:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Come to the museum to watch Nature Cat episodes and then learn more about the lessons from the show with activities, crafts, and exploration. Free popcorn will be provided, but bring your own drinks.
July 10 – 4:30pm Nature Cat Recycles
Come to the museum to watch two episodes of Nature Cat based around recycling and dealing with trash. Following the episodes, make recycled bird feeders and other recycled material crafts.
August 21 – 8:00pm Nature Cat at Night
Bring your blanket or lawn chair and join us outside(weather permitting) for a nighttime viewing of two Nature Cat episodes related to things that glow in the dark. Then join us for some glowing crafts and a glow scavenger hunt.
Free for county residents and members, $5 admission for out of county.

Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond was developed by the Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago, Glenview, Illinois.
Exhibit Sponsors:

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

After Dark Tour
2026-07-10 21:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-07 21:00 - 22:00 | 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.

Nature Cat Adoption & Donation Day
2026-07-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
The Nature Cats of Muskegon need your help!
The museum has partnered with Big Lake Humane Society to help the cats. They will be at the museum with information about adopting and fostering cats.
Donations will also be gathered to help Muskegon’s furry friends. Museum staff will have a craft station to create pet name plates.
Items accepted for donation:
Cat and Dog food(dry or wet)
Cat and Dog toys
Cat litter
Pet beds
Small throw blankets
Paper Towels
Garbage Bags
Laundry Detergent
Free for In & Out of County residents.

Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond was developed by the Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago, Glenview, Illinois.
Exhibit Sponsors:

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

Summer Walking Tours
2026-07-18 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-18 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-08-07 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-07 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-08-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-15 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-08-18 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-18 13:00 - 14:30 and 2 more dates | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
June 30
10:00am Historic Walking Tour
1:00pm Maintaining American Independence Tour (MAIT)
July 2
10:00am MAIT
1:00pm Historic Walking Tour
July 7
10:00am MAIT
1:00pm Historic Walking Tour
July 9
10:00am MAIT
1:00pm Historic Walking Tour
July 18
4:00pm MAIT
August 7
6:00pm MAIT
August 15
4:00pm MAIT
August 18
10:00am Historic Walking Tour
1:00pm MAIT
August 20
10:00am Historic Walking Tour
1:00pm MA

Historic Walking Tour
Learn about the Muskegon’s past with this walking tour of downtown Muskegon. Hear about the past and current uses of different buildings, discover the history of former Muskegonites, and see what downtown is like today.
Maintaining American Independence Tour
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the fight for our independence, we examine those who have fought since the Revolution to maintain that freedom. This tour will look at the various wars American has been through and look at local residents’ part in those wars. We will see monuments dedicated to those who participated and learn about some industries that helped support the cause.
Walking Tours are 90 minutes long and cover 1 mile on flat city sidewalks with minimal elevation changes. The tour route is accessible for all mobility aids and strollers.There are frequent stops along the tour and many stops have seating available.
$13 Members, $15 Non Members
Sign Up on Zeffy:
Historic Tour: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/historic-walking-tour

MAIT Tour: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/maintaining-american-independence-walking-tour

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

MHM Free Community Days - Motorcycles and Bicycles
2026-07-18 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.

July 18: Motorcycles and Bicycles
August 1: Rail Travel – Trains and more
September 5: Ships & Ports
October 3: Air Travel

This event is sponsored by Hines Corporation.

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

Vintage Motorcycle Display
2026-07-18 11:00 - 16:00 | Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry, 561 W. Western Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Join us July 18 from 11:00-4:00 at the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry for a one-day ride-in Vintage Bike Exhibition. Bikes and their owners will be parked in front of the museum and guests are welcome to stop by to ask questions and see bikes from different eras. Have a motorcycle you would like to share with the public?
You must register to participate; please contact wendy@lakeshoremuseum.org. Space is limited.

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

Nature Cat Day at the Museum
2026-07-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
This open house event will give families a chance to see the Nature Cat exhibit and meet its star Nature Cat! Starting at 1:15 and every 30 minutes after there will be a guided tour to the local garden and park (weather permitting) to observe nature and learn about our local plants and animals. This event will have art projects using found in nature materials for visitors to make and take home as well.
Free for county residents and members, $5 admission for out of county.

Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond was developed by the Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago, Glenview, Illinois.
Exhibit Sponsors:

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

Tally Ho! Nature Adventure Awaits! Hoffmaster State Park-Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center
2026-07-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Hoffmaster State Park – Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center, 6585 Lake Harbor Rd, Norton Shores, MI, 49441, United States
Join us at parks around the county for Nature Cat inspired adventures! Each day brings new learning, places to explore, and fun nature activities.
Nature Walk
Join us for a tour of the park by staff and learn about its many inhabitants.
Tuesday, July 21
10:00am
Hoffmaster State Park-Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center
6585 Lake Harbor Rd, Norton Shores, MI 49441

Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond was developed by the Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago, Glenview, Illinois.
Exhibit Sponsors:

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

Summer Play & Learn
2026-07-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursday 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 story time and free play with themed activities. Registration is required but there is no charge for this program.
All attendees must register including caregivers & siblings.
This program will run for 50-60 minutes, 15-20 for an organized storytime, and the rest for free play and a craft. During this program adults and children will have fun learning through songs, stories, sensory stations, motor skills stations, art and more! We will spend some time outside weather permitting.
Our theme for this summer will be “Water”. Note – For our water theme we welcome bathing suits and water shoes as some of our activities might cause our little learners to get wet.
We will have a free book for families to take home as well as special crafts and activities to do.
Register here: Summer Play & Learn
This activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.

Enviroworks Summer Day Camp: July 27th - July 31st
2026-07-27 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-28 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-29 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-30 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-31 09:00 - 12:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Excitement is in the air!
Looking for an interactive camp for your kids? Check out our five day camp as we explore a variety of subjects, such as Michigan’s prehistoric fossils, a deep dive into Archaeology and how we connect past and present, and our newest exhibit Nature Cat Backyard and Beyond as we talk about nature and recycling, and more.
For kids 6-11 years old.
$25 for Members
$30 for Non-Members
Sign up here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-enviroworks-day-camp

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

MHM Free Community Days - Rail Travel: Trains and More
2026-08-01 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.

August 1: Rail Travel – Trains and more
September 5: Ships & Ports
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.

Tally Ho! Nature Adventure Awaits! Thatcher Park
2026-08-06 09:30 - 10:30 | Thatcher Park, Main Street, Ravenna, 49451, United States
Join us at parks around the county for Nature Cat inspired adventures! Each day brings new learning, places to explore, and fun nature activities.
Nature Walk
Walk around the trail and make some bark and leaf rubbings as we enjoy nature.
Thursday, August 6
9:30am
Thatcher Park
Main St, Ravenna, MI 49451

Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond was developed by the Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago, Glenview, Illinois.
Exhibit Sponsors:

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

Dog Days of Summer: Life in the 1930s
2026-08-15 11:00 - 15:00 | Scolnik House of the Depression Era, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Step back in time and experience the “Dog Days of Summer” as they were in the 1930s!
Join us for a hands-on, family-friendly day at the Scolnik House of the Depression Era.
Discover how families kept cool and carried on during the hottest days of summer in the 1930s through interactive crafts, live demonstrations, and engaging activities for all ages. Try your hand at wash tub laundry, sewing cards, gardening, darning, and more!
Admission to the Scolnik House is just $5 per person, with children 0-2 years old free.
We can’t wait to explore history with you! 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.
This activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.

Nature Cat Watch Along
2026-08-21 20:00 - 21:30 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Come to the museum to watch Nature Cat episodes and then learn more about the lessons from the show with activities, crafts, and exploration. Free popcorn will be provided, but bring your own drinks.
August 21 – 8:00pm Nature Cat at Night
Bring your blanket or lawn chair and join us outside(weather permitting) for a nighttime viewing of two Nature Cat episodes related to things that glow in the dark. Then join us for some glowing crafts and a glow scavenger hunt.
Free for county residents and members, $5 admission for out of county.

Nature Cat: Backyard and Beyond was developed by the Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago, Glenview, Illinois.
Exhibit Sponsors:

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