A New Era for the Muskegon Museum of Art: The Bennett Schmidt Pavilion Opens The Muskegon Museum of Art (MMA) has expanded with the 26,000 sq. ft. Bennett Schmidt Pavilion, adding new galleries, education studios, and event spaces. This expansion allows the museum to showcase rotating exhibitions…
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Discover Moxie the Mastodon in Downtown Muskegon Muskegon’s downtown is home to a unique and public art piece: Moxie the Mastodon. This life-sized bronze sculpture, located in front of the Muskegon Museum of History and Science, stands 7.5 feet tall and stretches 14 feet in length. "Moxie" is not…
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Holiday Shopping with Local Charm: Explore Muskegon's Shopping Districts! The holiday season is here, bringing with it the joy of gift-giving! While big-box stores have their place, there's a special magic in shopping small. Muskegon, Michigan, nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, offers a…
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The Rich History of the Michigan Contemporary Art Exhibition The Michigan Contemporary Art Exhibition at the Muskegon Museum of Art is the longest-running regional art exhibition in Michigan. For over 90 years, it has supported Michigan artists, offering them the chance to exhibit and sell their…
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More Than Music at the Michigan Irish Music Festival! The Michigan Irish Music Festival, held annually in the scenic beach-town of Muskegon, Michigan, is a weekend celebration of Irish and Celtic music, dance, culture, food, and fun. Since its inception in 1999, this festival has grown into a…
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Get ready for the annual Muskegon Polish Festival! A two-day celebration held every Labor Day weekend on Friday and Saturday. Picture Perfect Setting in Muskegon The Muskegon Polish Festival takes place in historic Hackley Park in Downtown Muskegon. This beach town on Lake Michigan is known for…
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Muskegon, Michigan roars with history, scenic curves, and biker bashes that'll leave you wheelie-ing with joy! Rev Up Your Ride in Muskegon Rev up those engines for a righteous ride! Muskegon County, Michigan isn't just another lakeside spot—it's a hidden gem for motorcycle maniacs. Picture this: a…
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Step Aboard History at the USS LST 393 Veterans Museum! Calling all history, WWII and maritime buffs! Set sail for adventure in Muskegon, Michigan, at the one-of-a-kind USS LST 393 Veterans Museum. Leave behind the ordinary museum experience – here, you'll step aboard a piece of living history, the…
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Learn the connection between Muskegon County and the Miss Michigan Scholarship Pageant, hosted here since 1951. Photo Courtesy of Lakeshore Museum Center From Hoops to High Heels: My Miss Michigan Journey Photos Courtesy of Stacy Shepherd Winning the Miss Michigan title in June 2001 at…
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Explore Muskegon's Social Districts: Your Outdoor Beverage Adventure Awaits! Muskegon County takes your fun outdoors with not one, but four Social Districts! Each offering a unique atmosphere to unwind and explore with a refreshing drink in hand! What's a Social District? A Social District is a…
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