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 […]
The City is celebrating 150 years of the Muskegon Fire Department. The Fire Barn Museum is offering FREE admission to any active and retired firefighters for the month of September. Active and Retired Firefighters–FREE Admission. All other visitors $5 per person. All guests are to check in at the City Barn Gift Shop at the […]
This hour and a half program will invite families to explore the museum with activities at a variety of age levels around our monthly theme/topic. We will have time as a large group for an introduction and then families will be welcome to explore the theme stations and the museum on their own. Before families […]
You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science 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 a […]
Exploring the museum to find our interactive displays and hands-on objects. Then take some time to try them all out. All ages welcome! Funding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National Endowment of the Arts.