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 […]
We’re excited to reopen for the season! We’ll be offering a number of popup programs throughout the season, as well as a full slate of Community Days thanks to our generous sponsors. During our season (May-October), we are open Wednesday-Saturday, 11:00 am-4:00 pm. Keep your eyes out for our Community Days throughout the spring, summer, […]
During our touring season (May – October), we are open for tours that will be starting every 20 minutes. Tours at the Hackley and Hume Historic Site usually take about an hour. The tickets are sold in the City Barn (Carriage House) at the Hackley and Hume Historic Site. With a purchased ticket, visitors will […]
Experience the Hackley and Hume Historic Site AFTER DARK! This classic tour is offered on the first Friday of every month May–October from 9-10pm. Join us to learn more about the lumbering business, the Hackley and Hume families, and the Victorian Era in Muskegon. Get your friends or family together and make your visit AFTER […]
STEAM Along the Lakeshore Hackley Park | Muskegon, MI Saturday, May 4 | 10 AM - 3 PM STEAM Along the Lakeshore is a free family fun event in downtown Muskegon, Michigan that promotes STEAM learning in the community. Participants will be given a map to visit activity booths in Hackley Park, Hackley Public Library, […]
Join us at the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry as we look at the history of innovation in Muskegon. From patents to economies of scale, and innovative business practices look at examples of what has made Muskegon an industrial powerhouse that has remade itself again and again over the years. Thanks to our […]