


Week of Events
Urban Renewal Exhibit
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 […]
Muskegon Fire Department 150th Anniversary Special
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 […]
LMC Board of Directors Meeting
The Lakeshore Museum Center's Board of Directors Meetings will take place on the following days: August 28 September 25 October 23 November 27 December 14 All meetings will be held at the Muskegon Museum of History & Science Auditorium at 4:30 PM.
Little Learners: Play & Learn Fall/Winter 2023 – Opposites
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 […]
Urban Renewal Talk and Walk
Get up close with the past and present with this tour of downtown and the Urban Renewal exhibit! Start inside the museum to view the exhibit and then head outside to see downtown as it is today. Finish the tour inside one of Muskegon’s oldest buildings with a drink at 18th Amendment. One drink included […]
September Saturdays: Autumn Tree – Art
The trees are bursting with the fall colors. Using paints and cotton balls, we can create your own colorful tree to display. Funding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National Endowment of the Arts.
Hackley & Hume and the Game of Life
Come play with us! This game of Life simulates Charles Hackley and Thomas Hume as they travel through life from, education, marriage, business decisions, children, retirement, and adversity along the way! If you have a competitive spirit and love game night? Bring your friends and family to experience the game of Life at the Hackley […]
Hackley & Hume and the Game of Life
Come play with us! This game of Life simulates Charles Hackley and Thomas Hume as they travel through life from, education, marriage, business decisions, children, retirement, and adversity along the way! If you have a competitive spirit and love game night? Bring your friends and family to experience the game of Life at the Hackley […]



