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SUMMARY:Nature Cat Adoption & Donation Day
DESCRIPTION:The Nature Cats of Muskegon need your help! \nThe museum has partnered with Big Lake Humane Society to help the cats. They will be at the museum with information about adopting and fostering cats. \nDonations will also be gathered to help Muskegon’s furry friends. Museum staff will have a craft station to create pet name plates. \nItems accepted for donation: \nCat and Dog food(dry or wet)\nCat and Dog toys\nCat litter\nPet beds\nSmall throw blankets\nPaper Towels\nGarbage Bags\nLaundry Detergent \nFree for In & Out of County residents. \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-adoption-donation-day/
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                   
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/summer-walking-tours-2/2026-07-18/1/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:MHM Free Community Days - Motorcycles and Bicycles
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry for one free day each month! \nDuring the 2026 season\, this series will focus on the theme of transportation. Discover the many ways Muskegon County has moved people and products over time and how those connections helped our community grow. \nFree to the public. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 18: Motorcycles and Bicycles\nAugust 1: Rail Travel – Trains and more\nSeptember 5: Ships & Ports\nOctober 3: Air Travel\n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by Hines Corporation. \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/mhm-free-community-days-motorcycles-and-bicycles/
LOCATION:Muskegon Heritage Museum\, 561 W Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Program/Event,Muskegon Heritage Museum
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SUMMARY:Vintage Motorcycle Display
DESCRIPTION:Join us July 18 from 11:00-4:00 at the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry for a one-day ride-in Vintage Bike Exhibition.  Bikes and their owners will be parked in front of the museum and guests are welcome to stop by to ask questions and see bikes from different eras. Have a motorcycle you would like to share with the public? \nYou must register to participate; please contact wendy@lakeshoremuseum.org. Space is limited. \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/vintage-motorcycle-display/
LOCATION:Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry\, 561 W. Western 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                   
URL:https://lakeshoremuseum.org/event/summer-walking-tours-2/2026-07-18/2/
LOCATION:Muskegon Museum of History and Science\, 430 W. Clay Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nature Cat Day at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:This open house event will give families a chance to see the Nature Cat exhibit and meet its star Nature Cat!  Starting at 1:15 and every 30 minutes after there will be a guided tour to the local garden and park (weather permitting) to observe nature and learn about our local plants and animals. This event will have art projects using found in nature materials for visitors to make and take home as well. \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-day-at-the-museum/
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