Looking for family-friendly fun while the kids are out of school? Muskegon County offers a mix of outdoor and indoor adventures, making it the perfect spring break destination. From hands-on museums to scenic trails and exciting activities, here are ten ways to create lasting family memories in our…
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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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This Great Lakes beach town has a reason for every season. Nestled between 26 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline and three state parks, Muskegon, Michigan, is a visitor’s dream for wintertime fun and recreation. Whether you're seeking thrilling outdoor adventures or serene winter escapes, Muskegon has…
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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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Discovering Indigenous Heritage in Muskegon County At Visit Muskegon, we’re excited to share the rich Indigenous heritage that adds depth to our community. In this blog, we’ll explore the history of the Muskegon name, delve into the area's Indigenous roots, and celebrate the art and traditions that…
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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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For many, Labor Day weekend heralds the "end of summer". Thank goodness for the longer weekend and one more day to try to squeeze in all the places we wanted to go - and things we wanted to see. Where better to check off that list than a Great Lakes Getaway here in Muskegon County? Home to 26 miles…
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The newest sculpture “Celebrating Muskegon” arrives at Pere Marquette Beach. Workers install the new sculpture "Celebrating Muskegon" Designed by artists John Littleton and Kate Vogel of North Carolina, “Celebrating Muskegon” pays tribute to the character and resiliency of the people and…
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