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SUMMARY:All LMC Sites Closed
DESCRIPTION:All Lakeshore Museum Center sites are closed on December 31 and January 1 for the New Year.
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/all-lmc-sites-closed-15/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Hackley & Hume,Museum Closed,Muskegon Heritage Museum,Muskegon Museum of History and Science
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SUMMARY:January Saturdays: Challenge Crafts - The 12 Circle Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Our imaginations help us create an array of things. Put your mind to the test and try a challenge to create 12 different things out of circles. Time yourselves to see who can create the fastest or simply enjoy the art of creating. \nFree for members and Muskegon county residents\, $5 for out-of-county. \nThese free family programs are underwritten by:
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/january-saturdays-challenge-crafts-the-12-circle-challenge/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE for Muskegon Co. Residents,Muskegon Museum of History and Science
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SUMMARY:Little Learners Play & Learn
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursdays. \n“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. \nThis 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! \nOur themes for this year will be: \nMarch/April:  Sorting\n3/12\, 3/26\, 4/23 \nMay/June:  Nature\n5/14\, 5/28\, 6/11\, 6/25 \nWe will have a free book for families to take home\, as well as special crafts and activities to do. \nRegister here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/play-and-learn-fall-25-spring \nThis activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS. \n                    \n  \n 
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/summer-play-learn-3/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:January Saturdays: History - Lumbering Tools
DESCRIPTION:Lumbering was a seasonal job and there were many important positions within a lumber camp. Pop in to learn about the different roles and check out some of the tools lumberjacks would have used. \nFree for members and Muskegon county residents\, $5 for out-of-county. \nThese free family programs are underwritten by:
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/january-saturdays-history-lumbering-tools/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE for Muskegon Co. Residents,Muskegon Museum of History and Science
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SUMMARY:January Saturdays: Science - Rocks and Minerals
DESCRIPTION:Rocks are classified into three types based on their make up. Come check out our rock station and learn about the minerals that make up each one. See if you can identify them and ones that could be found in Michigan. \nFree for members and Muskegon county residents\, $5 for out-of-county. \nThese free family programs are underwritten by:
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/january-saturdays-science-rocks-and-minerals/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Closed - Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day
DESCRIPTION:We are closed today for Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day. We look forward to seeing you at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science again tomorrow!
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/closed-martin-luther-king-jr-day-2/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Closed
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Days - Michigan\, the Glaciers\, and the Ice Age
DESCRIPTION:This hour and a half program will invite homeschooling families to explore the museum with activities at a variety of age levels around our monthly theme/topic. \nWe will have time as a large group for an introduction to each theme and then families will be welcome to explore the activity stations and the museum on their own. \nSchedule: \n\n10:00 – 10:10 Check in families/open explore\n10:10 – Big Group Introduction in Auditorium\n10:15-11:30 Theme Stations and independent exploration.\n\nThemes: \n\nSeptember 18:  Fire Fighting History in Muskegon @The Fire Barn\nOctober 14:  Prehistoric Hunting & Life @Muskegon Museum of Business & Industry\nNovember 11:  Changes in Home Technology\nDecember 9: Food Science\nJanuary 20:  Michigan\, the Glaciers\, and the Ice Age\nFebruary 17:  From Here to There\nMarch 17:  Historic Dirty Jobs\nApril 14: Nature in Your Backyard\nMay 19:  The Power of Water\n\nRegister via Zeffy to participate.  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/homeschool-days-25-26-january-and-february \nIf no tickets are available please click this link: https://bit.ly/HomeschoolWaitlist\, to be taken to the waitlist. Be sure to choose the correct dates you wish to be on the list. \n 
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/homeschool-days-23/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Little Learners Play & Learn
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursdays. \n“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. \nThis 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! \nOur themes for this year will be: \nMarch/April:  Sorting\n3/12\, 3/26\, 4/23 \nMay/June:  Nature\n5/14\, 5/28\, 6/11\, 6/25 \nWe will have a free book for families to take home\, as well as special crafts and activities to do. \nRegister here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/play-and-learn-fall-25-spring \nThis activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS. \n                    \n  \n 
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/summer-play-learn-3/2026-01-22/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Program/Event,Lakeshore Museum Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260124T150000
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CREATED:20251217T203423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T204609Z
UID:10006224-1769259600-1769266800@lakeshoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:January Saturdays: Scavenger Hunt: Michigan State Facts
DESCRIPTION:While exploring the museum see if you can find some of the official state animals\, plants\, and other facts on cards placed about the exhibits. \nFree for members and Muskegon county residents\, $5 for out-of-county. \nThese free family programs are underwritten by:
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/january-saturdays-scavenger-hunt-michigan-state-facts/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE for Muskegon Co. Residents,Muskegon Museum of History and Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260126T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260516T140033
CREATED:20251110T162028Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Meeting of Members
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Meeting of Members is January 26\, 2026\, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. The public is welcome to attend in person at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science. \nJoin the meeting virtually: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87311235805?pwd=dr63biFjWJGCJP3SEewaKxe6gzOn4E.1
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/annual-meeting-of-members/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260131T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260131T150000
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SUMMARY:January Saturdays: Pop-up Crafts - 3D Snowhill
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for a winter themed craft! Using a single piece of paper and folds\, we can create a three dimensional snowhill scene. From there it’s up to you to decorate your hill with things like skiers\, buildings\, or forest scenery. \nFree for members and Muskegon county residents\, $5 for out-of-county. \nThese free family programs are underwritten by:
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/january-saturdays-pop-up-crafts-3d-snowhill/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:FREE for Muskegon Co. Residents,Muskegon Museum of History and Science
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