Muskegon Museum of History & Science

05/04/2026

Spring is here, and so are May Saturdays at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science!

May Saturdays are free for members and Muskegon County residents, and $5 for non-residents.

Can’t make it? Check out our month of events:

- The Power of Friction, Saturday, May 9, 12-2 PM
- Camouflage Butterflies, Saturday, May 16, 12-2 PM
- Turtle Day Craft, Saturday, May 23, 12-2 PM

For more information about our May events, visit the events calendar on our website: https://lakeshoremuseum.org/calendar/month/2026-05/

05/01/2026

We have two great reciprocal opportunities for Lakeshore Museum Center members during the month of May: free admission to Blandford Nature Center & Grand Rapids Art Museum!

Not a member yet, or want to learn more, visit our website for details: https://lakeshoremuseum.org/become-a-member-at-the-lakeshore-museum-center/

04/28/2026

Time's running out! Be sure to check out "From Here to There" before it travels to it's next stop! This hands-on exhibit for all ages will be on display through May 9th, and the museum is open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Don't miss it!

04/27/2026

May 1st is the day! Hackley and Hume Historic Site, Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry, Fire Barn Museum and, Scolnik House of the Depression Era will all be open for the summer season starting this Friday! For hours, admission info and more, check out our website www.lakeshoremuseum.org

04/24/2026

Did you know on this day in history, April 24, 1959, Captain John Stanley Lappo, a United States Air Force pilot, flew a Strategic Air Command Boeing RB-47E Stratojet under the Mackinac Bridge?

The gap between the bridge and the water is 155 feet, and Captain Lappo flew under the bridge at 75 feet. A sense of adventure and a prolonged desire to fly under a large bridge is what prompted him to take the risk. Captain Lappo was later charged and fined for the incident.

To learn more, visit thisdayinaviation.com/tag/captain-john-stanley-lappo-usaf

Photo Credit: Boeing RB-47E Stratojet; U.S. Air Force 050421-F-1234P-009

04/23/2026

Hackley and Hume After Dark Tours begin next week, when the Hackley and Hume Historic Site opens for the season! 🔦

Experience the historic sites in a new light and step into the past of the lumbering business, learn the history of the Hackley and Hume families, and get a glimpse of life during the Victorian Era in Muskegon.

Learn more and purchase your tickets: zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/after-dark-tour--2026

04/21/2026

04/20/2026

STEAM Along the Lakeshore is looking for volunteers to help run the event on May 2nd. STEAM Along the Lakeshore is a community science day that brings in over 1,000 people to downtown Muskegon for science activities and learning. To help the event run smoothly, volunteers are needed for various roles. If you're interested in signing up, please see the link below.

STEAM Along The Lakeshore 10am - 2pm on Saturday, May 2 Event Location: Hackley Park / Downtown Muskegon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This annual event promotes STEAM learning in the community, where kids and families will take an adventure around downtown Muskegon to participate in STEAM activities in Hackle...

04/16/2026

This archival photo, circa 1968-1972, looks northeast on Western Avenue at Market Avenue and the Flatiron building. Federal Square and the NK Theater can be seen in the background.

Explore Muskegon’s history in photos and more in our online archive: 5091.sydneyplus.com/final/Portal/Default.aspx?lang=en-US

04/15/2026

Muskegon County is home to many summer camps. One of them, Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, is entering its 60th year of providing a summer arts education to youth from around the world. Listen in to this episode to learn about the early years of camp and the driving force that was Fritz Stansell.

https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/SjVnfFbhm2b

04/14/2026

Have you had the chance to tag along on our Planes, Trains, and Automobiles tour?

Travel across several city blocks and learn about the trains, trolleys, depots, car dealerships, and aviation from Muskegon’s past.

✈️Wednesday, April 15 at 6:00 pm
🚗Saturday, April 18 at 4:30 pm

Tickets are $13 for museum members and $15 for non-members. Learn more and register: zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-muskegon-planes-trains-and-automobiles-walking-tour

04/09/2026

Looking for some family fun this Spring Break? Don't forget, the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry has special open hours this Saturday, April 11 from 11a-4p! Children 12 and younger are free, ages 13+ are just $5!