Muskegon Heritage Museum

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Welcome to the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business & Industry, located in downtown Muskegon, Michigan. The museum is dedicated to preserving the economic, industrial & social history of the greater Muskegon area. Our collection includes informational exhibits, artifacts and photos pertaining to Muskegon’s industries, products and businesses. We have a working steam engine with a line shaft that runs 11 machine tools. We also have a working Brunswick pinsetter, a spring winding machine, and over 80 other companies represented in exhibits.

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  • Photos from Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry's post March 20, 2025
    The third floor of the Muskegon Heritage Center is devoted to Muskegon businesses. Learn more about our rich history! The Heritage Museum opens for the season in May, so plan to make a trip later this year. Until then, visit our exhibit online: lakeshoremuseum.org/muskegon-businesses (Feed generated with FetchRSS)
  • Celebrate the International Day of Forests with us at the Muskegon Museum of History & Science! March 18, 2025
    Celebrate the International Day of Forests with us at the Muskegon Museum of History & Science! 🌳 Join us for a fun-filled evening exploring Michigan’s trees and forests. Learn about their uses throughout history, practice your lumberjack slang, and build your very own mini wigwam. This is a hands-on experience perfect for the whole family! […]
  • Photos from Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry's post March 17, 2025
    Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business & Industry and the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two (continued). This week in 1945: Local news dominated the headlines in the Muskegon Chronicle 80 years ago today. A small fire aboard the steamship Illinois led to tragedy. The Muskegon Fire Department responded to a call at […]
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