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 […]
Don't miss out on Free tours every weekend in October for Muskegon County residents! Bring your family and friends to tour the Hackley and Hume Historic Site, the Fire Barn Museum, and the Scolnik House of the Depression Era before we close for the season. This is the museum’s way to say “thank you” to […]
Missed it the first time around? Join us for even more Mall Madness inside the museum. This game isn’t just any mall – the old downtown Muskegon Mall is your destination for this game! Join your team to be the first to complete your shopping list through stores like Hardy Herpolsheimers, Steketee’s, Circus World and […]
Relive part of your childhood with a live action Mall Madness game inside the museum. But not just any mall–the old downtown Muskegon Mall is your destination for this game! Join your team to be the first to complete your shopping list through stores like Hardy Herpolsheimers, Steketee’s, and more! Registration required: Eventbrite link: https://lakeshoremuseummallmadness.eventbrite.com […]
On this candlelit evening tour, travel back in time to explore the deaths, funerals, and autopsies that occurred in the Hackley and Hume Houses. Become immersed in the practices and traditions of death and dying in the Victorian Era. Space is limited, so be sure to order your tickets quickly! Any intoxicated patrons will be […]
On this candlelit evening tour, travel back in time to explore the deaths, funerals, and autopsies that occurred in the Hackley and Hume Houses. Become immersed in the practices and traditions of death and dying in the Victorian Era. Space is limited, so be sure to order your tickets quickly! Any intoxicated patrons will be […]
As a 'thank you' to Muskegon Co. Residents for supporting the Lakeshore Museum Center’s operating millage, Saturdays in October are free of charge for all county residents. Regular rates apply to out of county residents.
The museum houses a collection of skulls and bones. See if you can recognize what animals the skulls belong to by examining the remnants of teeth, eye sockets, and other features. Funding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National Endowment of the Arts.
Don't miss out on Free tours every weekend in October for Muskegon County residents! Bring your family and friends to tour the Hackley and Hume Historic Site, the Fire Barn Museum, and the Scolnik House of the Depression Era before we close for the season. This is the museum’s way to say “thank you” to […]
On this candlelit evening tour, travel back in time to explore the deaths, funerals, and autopsies that occurred in the Hackley and Hume Houses. Become immersed in the practices and traditions of death and dying in the Victorian Era. Space is limited, so be sure to order your tickets quickly! Any intoxicated patrons will be […]
On this candlelit evening tour, travel back in time to explore the deaths, funerals, and autopsies that occurred in the Hackley and Hume Houses. Become immersed in the practices and traditions of death and dying in the Victorian Era. Space is limited, so be sure to order your tickets quickly! Any intoxicated patrons will be […]