In the late 1940s, urban renewal began as cities faced a decline in their downtown business districts and neighborhoods. More people moved to the suburbs, which caused downtown to struggle. Muskegon was no exception. Stroll down 1960s Western Avenue, visit the Muskegon Mall, and explore visions for the future of downtown Muskegon. Learn about Muskegon’s […]
Historic Walking Tour - Learn about the past and current uses and occupants of many of Muskegon’s historic businesses and residences. Urban Renewal Tour - Tour Muskegon to learn about the Urban Renewal that occurred in the 1970s including the creation of the Muskegon Mall, and learn about the changes that occurred after. June 13, […]
Historic Walking Tour - Learn about the past and current uses and occupants of many of Muskegon’s historic businesses and residences. Urban Renewal Tour - Tour Muskegon to learn about the Urban Renewal that occurred in the 1970s including the creation of the Muskegon Mall, and learn about the changes that occurred after. June 13, […]
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 […]
How do you keep your cucumbers cool without electric refrigeration? Why, ice of course. Before modern ice makers, natural, or lake ice, was used for generations. The Muskegon area was home to several ice companies and the world’s largest ice box factory. Learn how ice was harvested, stored and delivered to homes year round. Thanks […]
Time to get a little messy! Putting paint on your hands and make a handprint body, then add on spots, and eyes to shape it into your own custom ladybug. Funding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National Endowment of the Arts.