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SUMMARY:Summer Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:June 30\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm Maintaining American Independence Tour (MAIT) \nJuly 2\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 7\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 9\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 18\n4:00pm MAIT \nAugust 7\n6:00pm MAIT \nAugust 15\n4:00pm MAIT \nAugust 18\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm MAIT \nAugust 20\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm MA \n  \nHistoric Walking Tour \nLearn about the Muskegon’s past with this walking tour of downtown Muskegon. Hear about the past and current uses of different buildings\, discover the history of former Muskegonites\, and see what downtown is like today. \nMaintaining American Independence Tour \nAs we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the fight for our independence\, we examine those who have fought since the Revolution to maintain that freedom. This tour will look at the various wars American has been through and look at local residents’ part in those wars. We will see monuments dedicated to those who participated and learn about some industries that helped support the cause. \nWalking Tours are 90 minutes long and cover 1 mile on flat city sidewalks with minimal elevation changes. The tour route is accessible for all mobility aids and strollers.There are frequent stops along the tour and many stops have seating available. \n$13 Members\, $15 Non Members \nSign Up on Zeffy: \nHistoric Tour: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/historic-walking-tour \n \nMAIT Tour: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/maintaining-american-independence-walking-tour \n\n\n\nThis activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS. \n                   
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/summer-walking-tours-2/2026-07-07/1/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:June 30\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm Maintaining American Independence Tour (MAIT) \nJuly 2\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 7\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 9\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 18\n4:00pm MAIT \nAugust 7\n6:00pm MAIT \nAugust 15\n4:00pm MAIT \nAugust 18\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm MAIT \nAugust 20\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm MA \n  \nHistoric Walking Tour \nLearn about the Muskegon’s past with this walking tour of downtown Muskegon. Hear about the past and current uses of different buildings\, discover the history of former Muskegonites\, and see what downtown is like today. \nMaintaining American Independence Tour \nAs we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the fight for our independence\, we examine those who have fought since the Revolution to maintain that freedom. This tour will look at the various wars American has been through and look at local residents’ part in those wars. We will see monuments dedicated to those who participated and learn about some industries that helped support the cause. \nWalking Tours are 90 minutes long and cover 1 mile on flat city sidewalks with minimal elevation changes. The tour route is accessible for all mobility aids and strollers.There are frequent stops along the tour and many stops have seating available. \n$13 Members\, $15 Non Members \nSign Up on Zeffy: \nHistoric Tour: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/historic-walking-tour \n \nMAIT Tour: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/maintaining-american-independence-walking-tour \n\n\n\nThis activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS. \n                   
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SUMMARY:Summer Play & Learn
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDuring this program participants will be invited to join us for story time and free play with themed activities. Registration is required but there is no charge for this program. \nAll attendees must register including caregivers & siblings. \nThis program will run for 50-60 minutes\, 15-20 for an organized storytime\, and the rest for free play and a craft. During this program adults and children will have fun learning through songs\, stories\, sensory stations\, motor skills stations\, art and more!  We will spend some time outside weather permitting. \nOur theme for this summer will be “Water”.  Note – For our water theme we welcome bathing suits and water shoes as some of our activities might cause our little learners to get wet. \nWe will have a free book for families to take home as well as special crafts and activities to do. \nRegister here: Summer Play & Learn \nThis activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS. \n                   
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/summer-play-learn-4/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:June 30\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm Maintaining American Independence Tour (MAIT) \nJuly 2\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 7\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 9\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 18\n4:00pm MAIT \nAugust 7\n6:00pm MAIT \nAugust 15\n4:00pm MAIT \nAugust 18\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm MAIT \nAugust 20\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm MA \n  \nHistoric Walking Tour \nLearn about the Muskegon’s past with this walking tour of downtown Muskegon. Hear about the past and current uses of different buildings\, discover the history of former Muskegonites\, and see what downtown is like today. \nMaintaining American Independence Tour \nAs we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the fight for our independence\, we examine those who have fought since the Revolution to maintain that freedom. This tour will look at the various wars American has been through and look at local residents’ part in those wars. We will see monuments dedicated to those who participated and learn about some industries that helped support the cause. \nWalking Tours are 90 minutes long and cover 1 mile on flat city sidewalks with minimal elevation changes. The tour route is accessible for all mobility aids and strollers.There are frequent stops along the tour and many stops have seating available. \n$13 Members\, $15 Non Members \nSign Up on Zeffy: \nHistoric Tour: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/historic-walking-tour \n \nMAIT Tour: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/maintaining-american-independence-walking-tour \n\n\n\nThis activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS. \n                   
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SUMMARY:Summer Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:June 30\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm Maintaining American Independence Tour (MAIT) \nJuly 2\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 7\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 9\n10:00am MAIT\n1:00pm Historic Walking Tour \nJuly 18\n4:00pm MAIT \nAugust 7\n6:00pm MAIT \nAugust 15\n4:00pm MAIT \nAugust 18\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm MAIT \nAugust 20\n10:00am Historic Walking Tour\n1:00pm MA \n  \nHistoric Walking Tour \nLearn about the Muskegon’s past with this walking tour of downtown Muskegon. Hear about the past and current uses of different buildings\, discover the history of former Muskegonites\, and see what downtown is like today. \nMaintaining American Independence Tour \nAs we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the fight for our independence\, we examine those who have fought since the Revolution to maintain that freedom. This tour will look at the various wars American has been through and look at local residents’ part in those wars. We will see monuments dedicated to those who participated and learn about some industries that helped support the cause. \nWalking Tours are 90 minutes long and cover 1 mile on flat city sidewalks with minimal elevation changes. The tour route is accessible for all mobility aids and strollers.There are frequent stops along the tour and many stops have seating available. \n$13 Members\, $15 Non Members \nSign Up on Zeffy: \nHistoric Tour: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/historic-walking-tour \n \nMAIT Tour: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/maintaining-american-independence-walking-tour \n\n\n\nThis activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS. \n                   
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SUMMARY:Lake Michigan Coastal Dunes: History\, Science\, and Protection
DESCRIPTION:The coastal sand dunes along Lake Michigan are the largest assemblage of freshwater dunes in the world. This session explores how dunes were formed\, why they matter ecologically\, their historical significance in our state\, and state laws related to them. \nLearn about dunes that were once here such as Pigeon Hill\, and the stories of how our dunes have been used – and sometime overused – in the past. Participants will also learn how significant these dunes are\, and what we can do to care for these remarkable places into the future. \nFree for members and Muskegon county residents\, $5 for out-of-county. \nRegister here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/lake-michigan-coastal-dunes-history-science-and-protection \nThis activity is supported by Muskegon Conservation District and the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS. \n                   
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/lake-michigan-coastal-dunes-history-science-and-protection/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nature Cat Watch Along
DESCRIPTION:Come to the museum to watch Nature Cat episodes and then learn more about the lessons from the show with activities\, crafts\, and exploration. Free popcorn will be provided\, but bring your own drinks. \nJuly 10 – 4:30pm    Nature Cat Recycles \nCome to the museum to watch two episodes of Nature Cat based around recycling and dealing with trash. Following the episodes\, make recycled bird feeders and other recycled material crafts. \nAugust 21 – 8:00pm     Nature Cat at Night \nBring your blanket or lawn chair and join us outside(weather permitting) for a nighttime viewing of two Nature Cat episodes related to things that glow in the dark. Then join us for some glowing crafts and a glow scavenger hunt. \nFree for county residents and members\, $5 admission for out of county. \n  \n \nNature Cat: Backyard and Beyond was developed by the Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago\, Glenview\, Illinois. \nExhibit Sponsors: \n  \n  \nThis activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS. \n                    \n 
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/nature-cat-watch-along/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:After Dark Tour
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever explored history after the sun sets? \nExperience the Hackley and Hume Historic Site After Dark! This unique evening tour invites you to discover the Site in a whole new light. Learn about the lumbering business\, the Hackley and Hume families\, and life during the Victorian Era in Muskegon. \nGather your friends or family and join us for this unforgettable after-hours adventure! \nSpace is limited\, so secure your tickets today! \nCheck in at the City Barn (carriage house) behind the Hackley and Hume Historic Site. \nFree parking is available on Webster Avenue and 6th Street. \nRegister here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/after-dark-tour–2026 \n \nThis activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS. \n                   
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/after-dark-tour-9-2/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:Hackley & Hume Historic Site\, 484 W. Webster Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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