Celebrate Black History Month in Muskegon County, Michigan While February is the shortest month on the calendar, it is full of holidays, commemorations, and notable birthdays. One of these is Black History Month, which began in 1926 as “Negro History Week” and became a monthlong celebration in 1976…
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Experience Holidays and History at the Hackley & Hume Historic Homes Step into Muskegon’s history this holiday season at the Hackley & Hume Historic Homes. These immaculately restored Queen Anne-style mansions, once home to lumber barons Charles Hackley and Thomas Hume, are decorated for the season…
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Celebrate Summer’s Last Hurrah For many, Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer. Luckily, the long weekend offers one more chance to enjoy warm weather adventures, family traditions, and cultural experiences. And where better to spend it than on a Great Lakes getaway in Muskegon…
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Your Guide to a Firecracker Fourth of July in Muskegon County! Get ready for a sizzling celebration this Fourth of July in Muskegon County! This guide has everything you need to plan an unforgettable experience. Light Up the Night with Fireworks! There’s nothing quite like the Fourth of July in…
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Celebrate Freedom and Culture in Muskegon County this Juneteenth! Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, commemorates the abolition of slavery in the United States. Muskegon County proudly honors this important day with a variety of events that bring the community together for…
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Remember. Reflect. Explore. Memorial Day marks a time of remembrance for those who gave their lives in military service — and in beach-town Muskegon, Michigan, it’s also a time for reflection, community events, and exploring local history. A Short History of Memorial Day Originally known as…
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March is around the corner, and we love how Muskegon goes all Irish all month long! There are more varied events for all tastes and ages than you can shake a shillelagh at! “County Muskegon” is teeming with Irish and Celtic themed culture, activities, music and fun. Everyone Loves a Parade Since…
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Honoring Our Heroes: Explore Muskegon's Military Monuments This Veterans Day In 1918, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, “The Great War” came to an end. Known as the “war to end all wars,” it was one of the most destructive conflicts in modern history, resulting in the deaths of…
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