Littler Learners Play & Learn

You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursday, except November & December which will be the 2nd Thursdays only. “Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and......More

You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursday, except November & December which will be the 2nd Thursdays only. “Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4.  During 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.     All attendees must register including caregivers & siblings. This 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! Our themes for this year will be: September/October:  Imagination9/11, 9/25, 10/9, 10/23 November:  Lakeshore Little Read11/13 December:  Fun in the Snow12/11 January/February:  Color1/8, 1/22, 2/12, 2/26 March/April:  Sorting3/12, 3/26, 4/23 May/June:  Nature5/14, 5/28, 6/11, 6/25 We will have a free book for families to take home as well as special crafts and activities to do. Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/play-and-learn-fall-25-spring

Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

November Saturdays: Fur Trade

Early French and English settlers set up many trade posts around Michigan. These posts traded with Native Americans living here for furs in exchange for goods. Join us to make your own trades and see how their trades functioned. Free for members and Muskegon county resi......More

Early French and English settlers set up many trade posts around Michigan. These posts traded with Native Americans living here for furs in exchange for goods. Join us to make your own trades and see how their trades functioned. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. These free family programs are underwritten by:

Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

Friday Family Fun Night - Flashlight Fun

Bring your flashlight to the museum, or use one provided, and explore the museum in the dark! Join us for some black light fun as we examine what secrets rocks and animals hold in the right light, and look at fun ways light can be changed with color filters. $5 for out ......More

Bring your flashlight to the museum, or use one provided, and explore the museum in the dark! Join us for some black light fun as we examine what secrets rocks and animals hold in the right light, and look at fun ways light can be changed with color filters. $5 for out of county, free for members and county residents. This event is sponsored by:

Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

November Saturdays: Pop-up Program: Wigwams

Wigwams are a domed structure that are around 8-20 feet in diameter. Native Americans lived in them year round in Michigan. Learn about how they were constructed and try to craft one as a small group. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county.......More

Wigwams are a domed structure that are around 8-20 feet in diameter. Native Americans lived in them year round in Michigan. Learn about how they were constructed and try to craft one as a small group. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. These free family programs are underwritten by:

Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

LMC Board of Directors Meeting

The Lakeshore Museum Center’s Board of Directors Meetings will take place on the following days. All will be held at 4:30pm in the MMHS Auditorium. January 27 – Annual Meeting of the Membership, public welcome.Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89978732994?pwd=sI9UwZf......More

The Lakeshore Museum Center’s Board of Directors Meetings will take place on the following days. All will be held at 4:30pm in the MMHS Auditorium. January 27 – Annual Meeting of the Membership, public welcome.Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89978732994?pwd=sI9UwZfBNwMwat7dcVujqVzQv7grYa.1February 24March 24April 28May 19June 23July – no meetingAugust 25September 22October 27November 24December 11

Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

All LMC Sites Closed

All Lakeshore Museum Center Sites are closed on November 27 and November 28 for Thanksgiving.

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November Saturdays: Stuffed Animal Workshop

Using cardboard, build an accessory for a stuffed animal. Your creativity and the museum tools, could build a bed, house, or other cardboard creation for your stuffed friend. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. These free family program......More

Using cardboard, build an accessory for a stuffed animal. Your creativity and the museum tools, could build a bed, house, or other cardboard creation for your stuffed friend. Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county. These free family programs are underwritten by:

Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

Holiday Tours 2025

Kickoff the holiday season with joy at the Historic Hackley & Hume Houses! Join us on Saturday, Nov 29 from 3pm-7pm for an evening filled with creativity–design your own ornaments and postcards snap a cozy photo in a carriage, and explore the beautifully decorated homes......More

Kickoff the holiday season with joy at the Historic Hackley & Hume Houses! Join us on Saturday, Nov 29 from 3pm-7pm for an evening filled with creativity–design your own ornaments and postcards snap a cozy photo in a carriage, and explore the beautifully decorated homes. Help us choose the Best-Decorated Room! Your admission includes 2 FREE voting tickets to cast your vote. Additional tickets: $1 each or 6 for $5. Voting runs through Dec 28! Be part of this cherished holiday tradition dating back to 1972! All dates are walk-through tours where visitors can experience the houses decorated for the Holidays. Additional holiday tour dates:December 6 from 3-7 pmDecember 13 from 3-7 pmDecember 20 from 3-7 pmDecember 27 from 3-7 pmDecember 28 from 3-7 pm Normal Admission Prices:Adults $12Seniors (65 +) $10Kids (3-12) $5 No registration required. Tickets are available at the door.

Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

Holiday Tea Event

Celebrate the season with an elegant Holiday Tea at the Hackley and Hume Historic Site! Dress festively and join us for a charming afternoon tea. Enjoy tea, coffee, and lemonade served with tasty morsels and sweet treats. Your ticket includes the tea event, a holiday-th......More

Celebrate the season with an elegant Holiday Tea at the Hackley and Hume Historic Site! Dress festively and join us for a charming afternoon tea. Enjoy tea, coffee, and lemonade served with tasty morsels and sweet treats. Your ticket includes the tea event, a holiday-themed presentation, and a tour of the Hackley and Hume Houses, beautifully decorated for the season. Space is limited, so be sure to secure your tickets today! When you arrive, check in at the City Barn (carriage house) behind the Hackley and Hume Historic Site. Free parking is available on Webster Avenue and 6th Street. $15 for non-Members$12 for Members$7 for Kids under 12 Register here: bit.ly/HolidayTeaEvent

Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

Holiday Tours 2025

Kickoff the holiday season with joy at the Historic Hackley & Hume Houses! Join us on Saturday, Nov 29 from 3pm-7pm for an evening filled with creativity–design your own ornaments and postcards snap a cozy photo in a carriage, and explore the beautifully decorated homes......More

Kickoff the holiday season with joy at the Historic Hackley & Hume Houses! Join us on Saturday, Nov 29 from 3pm-7pm for an evening filled with creativity–design your own ornaments and postcards snap a cozy photo in a carriage, and explore the beautifully decorated homes. Help us choose the Best-Decorated Room! Your admission includes 2 FREE voting tickets to cast your vote. Additional tickets: $1 each or 6 for $5. Voting runs through Dec 28! Be part of this cherished holiday tradition dating back to 1972! All dates are walk-through tours where visitors can experience the houses decorated for the Holidays. Additional holiday tour dates:December 6 from 3-7 pmDecember 13 from 3-7 pmDecember 20 from 3-7 pmDecember 27 from 3-7 pmDecember 28 from 3-7 pm Normal Admission Prices:Adults $12Seniors (65 +) $10Kids (3-12) $5 No registration required. Tickets are available at the door.

Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

Homeschool Days - Food Science

This hour and a half program will invite homeschooling families to explore the museum with activities at a variety of age levels around our monthly theme/topic. We will have time as a large group for an introduction to each theme and then families will be welcome to exp......More

This hour and a half program will invite homeschooling families to explore the museum with activities at a variety of age levels around our monthly theme/topic. We will have time as a large group for an introduction to each theme and then families will be welcome to explore the activity stations and the museum on their own. Schedule: 10:00 – 10:10 Check in families/open explore10:10 – Big Group Introduction in Auditorium10:15-11:30 Theme Stations and independent exploration.Themes: September 18:  Fire Fighting History in Muskegon @The Fire BarnOctober 14:  Prehistoric Hunting & Life @Muskegon Museum of Business & IndustryNovember 11:  Changes in Home TechnologyDecember 9: Food ScienceJanuary 20:  Michigan, the Glaciers, and the Ice AgeFebruary 17:  From Here to ThereMarch 17:  Historic Dirty JobsApril 14: Nature in Your BackyardMay 19:  The Power of WaterYou must register via Zeffy to participate.  Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/homeschool-days-25-26-november-and-december If no tickets are available please click this link: https://bit.ly/HomeschoolWaitlist, to be taken to the waitlist. Be sure to choose the correct dates you wish to be on the list.  

Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

Littler Learners Play & Learn

You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursday, except November & December which will be the 2nd Thursdays only. “Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and......More

You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Lakeshore Museum Center on the second and fourth Thursday, except November & December which will be the 2nd Thursdays only. “Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4.  During 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.     All attendees must register including caregivers & siblings. This 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! Our themes for this year will be: September/October:  Imagination9/11, 9/25, 10/9, 10/23 November:  Lakeshore Little Read11/13 December:  Fun in the Snow12/11 January/February:  Color1/8, 1/22, 2/12, 2/26 March/April:  Sorting3/12, 3/26, 4/23 May/June:  Nature5/14, 5/28, 6/11, 6/25 We will have a free book for families to take home as well as special crafts and activities to do. Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/play-and-learn-fall-25-spring

Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

LMC Board of Directors Meeting

The Lakeshore Museum Center’s Board of Directors Meetings will take place on the following days. All will be held at 4:30pm in the MMHS Auditorium. January 27 – Annual Meeting of the Membership, public welcome.Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89978732994?pwd=sI9UwZf......More

The Lakeshore Museum Center’s Board of Directors Meetings will take place on the following days. All will be held at 4:30pm in the MMHS Auditorium. January 27 – Annual Meeting of the Membership, public welcome.Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89978732994?pwd=sI9UwZfBNwMwat7dcVujqVzQv7grYa.1February 24March 24April 28May 19June 23July – no meetingAugust 25September 22October 27November 24December 11

Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States

Closed for Staff Training

All Lakeshore Museum Center Sites are closed today, December 12, for all staff training. Thank you for understanding!

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