*Please call before attending for any changes. Remember to wear your mask to all events*
Please check our website for virtual events happening
www.visitmuskegon.org
Museums open to the public:
Lakeshore Museum Center: www.lakeshoremuseum.org
Muskegon Museum of Art: www.muskegonartmuseum.org
USS Silversides Submarine: www.silversidesmuseum.org
Monday March 15 :
Youth Take and Make Craft – Tissue Paper Shamrocks
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Capture some luck of the Irish with a delightful four leaf clover covered in tissue paper! Free craft kits will be available to pick up from Hackley Public Library located at 316 W. Webster beginning March 1 and through the end of the month while supplies last. An instructional video will be posted to HPL’s Facebook on March 1 at 3:00 pm and March 15 at 3:00 pm (once the video is posted, it’ll be available to watch anytime by clicking HPL’s Facebook ‘videos’). Free.
Cardio Drumming!
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
A fun workout for all ages, sizes and fitness levels! First timers can rent the needed equipment for $1 Lakeshore Sports Arena 4470 Airline Rd. Muskegon, MI 49444 The class is just $2 per person. Required equipment: Water bottle, available to rent for $1 each are: 17 gallon bucket, 65-75cm yoga ball, Drumsticks. Keep up to date with the Muskegon Drum Crew Facebook Group . Classes are Monday & Thursday. Social distance is required.
Ceramics Open Studio
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Students ages 18+ who have completed an ACWL-Nuveen introductory pottery class are eligible to participate in Open Studio. This class will take place at the Michillinda lodge located at 5385 Lamos* Participants will be self-directed but a facilitator will be on hand to help and answer questions. 20 lbs of clay, firings, and glazes are included. Additional clay can be purchased. *If you have clay experience, but have not taken an ACWL-Nuveen pottery class, please contact us to determine if Open Studio is an option for you.
Registration is required. Register here: https://www.artswhitelake.org/…/ceramics-open-studio… Any questions please call 893-2524 COVID-19 Considerations:
Class size is limited to 6 students. Students will be spread out throughout the pottery studio and any shared instruments will be thoroughly sanitized between uses. Students should wear masks, use the provided hand sanitizer, and abide by social distancing mandates. Class is $115.00 per person
Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
In her lifetime, Rosie created over 100 quilts and unfortunately, her story was left unfinished. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278
Tuesday March 16:
Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
Quilts are made from an endless combination of patterns, colors, fabrics, and techniques. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278
Wednesday March 17:
Disability Awareness Art Show
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event. Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Nuveen Open Studio
2:00 am – 5:00 pm
Middle and High School students are invited to the ACWL-Nuveen for Open Studio sessions on Wednesdays between 2:00 and 5:00, p.m. ACWL-Nuveen staff will be available to help students with both art and music projects. Art students are welcome to bring in projects they are already working on or just an idea for something new. They will be able to use the numerous supplies we have on hand, as well as receive help from ACWL-Nuveen Assistant Director Susan Wink. Music students are invited to bring in the pieces they are currently studying and receive practice and musicality tips from ACWL-Nuveen Director Erin Peyer. Topics/Mediums we are able to assist students with: Art Drawing, Painting – acrylic, watercolor, Mixed Media, Small scale sculpture techniques,Fiber Arts, Music, Practice help, Music theory. About the Facilitators: COVID-19 Considerations: Although the Open Studio is FREE, students ARE required to register due to COVID-19 social distancing mandates and capacity restrictions. We can host up to 6 students in each of the two Art Open Studio Slots: 2:00-3:30 and 3:30-5:00. Students can sign up for both slots or just one, and you don’t have to be here the entire time. We can only host 1 music student in each of the 4, 45-minute slots, unless students are already working together in a duo or trio. Music slots are 2:00-2:45, 2:45-3:30, 3:30-4:15, 4:15-5:00. The ACWL-Nuveen has a keyboard on sight, but students studying other instruments will need to bring those with them. Call 231-893-2524 or Sandra@artswhitelake.org located at 106 E. Colby. St.
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
In her lifetime, Rosie created over 100 quilts and unfortunately, her story was left unfinished. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278
Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Thursday March 18:
Half and Half (poetry and jazz)
6:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Join Book Nook and Java Shop located in beautiful Montague at 8744 Ferry St. LIVE PIANO JAZZ By Aedan McCauley & Live Poetry from Various Poets from West Michigan. $10 a table. RSVP your table ASAP. Minimal Seating. The Event will fill up fast. Call or send a facebook message to get on the list. Dinner at 5:30. Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, House Salad. $9.95.
Reservation for City Center Arts Show Reception
Sign up now. Limited Availability
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
City Center Arts Gallery and Artisan Shop located at 356 W. Western Ave. is a new upcoming gallery that has rotating theme exhibits featuring all local artists. It is a gallery of all styles, mediums and price points. Reserving a ticket for a reception is a chance to come out and see the exhibit shows with exclusive hours outside of our normal hours. It’s a great chance to meet with friends and family and other art lovers. Some receptions will offer a chance to speak with artists and hear about their work. It’s also a great way to shop for art and artisan hand crafted merchandise at a different pace and environment than when we are open for normal business hours. Staff on hand can help answer questions about purchasing art pieces too. With safety guidelines in place, our receptions are more of a docent feel, but our grand event receptions with food and beverages will return soon if we all do our part; so grab a mask and come join us for some of the best art in town! Also contact us to request a reception or for more details on our Eventbrite or at CityCenterArts.com 231-571-9101
Disability Awareness Art Show
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event.Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Cardio Drumming!
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
A fun workout for all ages, sizes and fitness levels! First timers can rent the needed equipment for $1 Lakeshore Sports Arena 4470 Airline Rd. Muskegon, MI 49444 The class is just $2 per person. Required equipment: Water bottle, available to rent for $1 each are: 17 gallon bucket, 65-75cm yoga ball, Drumsticks. Keep up to date with the Muskegon Drum Crew Facebook Group . Classes are Monday & Thursday. Social distance is required.
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
In her lifetime, Rosie created over 100 quilts and unfortunately, her story was left unfinished. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278
Muskegon Museum of Art: Free Thursdays
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Free museum admission all day every Thursdays at the Muskegon Art museum located at 296 W. Webster Ave., compliments of The Meijer Foundation. Please remember your mask.
Friday March 19:
Lakeshore Restaurant Week 2021
March 19 – March 27
Area restaurants will be offering special discounts, special menu and drink items! Choose to dine in or take out! New restaurants can be added each day. Visit https://www.muskegonlakeshorerestaurantweek.com/ for changes. Here is the list so far:
Dr. Rolf’s Barbeque, Glenside Pub, The Northside Pub, IHOP, Pizza Ranch, The Hearthstone Bistro,
Hamburger Mikey, Soul Filled Eatery, PUB ONE ELEVEN, Smash Wine Bar & Bistro, Walker’s An American Brasserie and The Lake House Waterfront Grille
Disability Awareness Art Show
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event. Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your
life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friday Night Cornhole
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Join Sherman Bowling Center located at 1531 W. Sherman 616-710-1318 for questions. The bar and restaurant will be open. Mask is required when not eating or drinking. Doors open at 6:00 to come in and practice, Blind draw (Random Partner) tournament starts at 6:30. THIS IS A VERY SOCIAL EVENT. Meet new friends, bring your group, and just plan on having a great time. You do not have to be a serious player to come out and play. Cornhole is for everyone! Bring your own bags or use provided bags. $15 / player ($5 cover charge – $10 blind draw entry) Cash prizes to the top teams
Reservation for City Center Arts Show Reception
Sign up now. Limited Availability
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
City Center Arts Gallery and Artisan Shop located at 356 W. Western Ave. is a new upcoming gallery that has rotating theme exhibits featuring all local artists. It is a gallery of all styles, mediums and price points. Reserving a ticket for a reception is a chance to come out and see the exhibit shows with exclusive hours outside of our normal hours. It’s a great chance to meet with friends and family and other art lovers. Some receptions will offer a chance to speak with artists and hear about their work. It’s also a great way to shop for art and artisan hand crafted merchandise at a different pace and environment than when we are open for normal business hours. Staff on hand can help answer questions about purchasing art pieces too. With safety guidelines in place, our receptions are more of a docent feel, but our grand event receptions with food and beverages will return soon if we all do our part; so grab a mask and come join us for some of the best art in town! Also contact us to request a reception or for more details on our Eventbrite or at CityCenterArts.com 231-571-9101
Muskegon Community College Artist Showcase
11:00 am – 5:30 pm
From February 11 – March 13, the Art Council of White Lake-Nuveen’s exhibition gallery located at 106 E. Colby St. will be transformed with artwork created by three talented faculty and the work of ceramic students from the Muskegon Community College Art Department. The exhibition showcases the stellar professional artist/educators running the art programming offered at MCC, Keith Downie, Lee Ann Frame, and Erin Hoffman, and highlights the educational opportunities available for the community. The public is invited to stop by and view this engaging exhibit and learn more about the art offerings at the MCC.
Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Who is Rosie Lee Wilkins? Piecing Together Her History’ Exhibit
In her lifetime, Rosie created over 100 quilts and unfortunately, her story was left unfinished. Along with highlighting some of her quilts—which are only a part of her legacy—visitors to the exhibit will get a behind the scenes look at how the museum staff worked to research and piece together the history of Rosie’s life. www.lakeshoremuseum.org 231-722-0278
Saturday March 20:
An Dro LIVE World Music Concert
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Revisit the Playhouse of Whitelake located at 304 S. Mears to help celebrate St Patrick’s Day weekend! This is the first, LIVE, in-person event in nearly a year for the Playhouse. An Dro takes us on a musical adventure, both personal and universal. You’ll hear traditional Irish melodies, medieval French songs, Breton dance tunes, Scandinavian refrains, Appalachian influences, Arabic rhythms, and African grooves all performed with joy and freshness. AnDro translates literally as “The Turn” and is an apt description for music that is alive and ever changing. This evening will offer you dance music, but also listening music, featuring musicians Michele Venegas, James Spalink, Carolyn Koebel, and Cara Lieurance. Show time will be 80 minutes with No Intermission Capacity: 100 tickets, first come, first serve Social distanced seating and facial coverings in effect. Tickets $20 each.
Ceramics and Wine Tasting At BoomTown Market
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Reserve your spot at Boomtown Market and create your ceramic masterpiece while you sample four different wines. Choose from a flower pot or a travel coffee mug to paint. $35 each person. Get your friends together for a fun, socially distanced event! This two hour event is held in downtown Muskegon’s very own BoomTown Market located at 351 W. Western Ave. 231-740-2651
Lakeshore Restaurant Week 2021
March 19 – March 27
Area restaurants will be offering special discounts, special menu and drink items! Choose to dine in or take out! New restaurants can be added each day. Visit https://www.muskegonlakeshorerestaurantweek.com/ for changes. Here is the list
so far: Dr. Rolf’s Barbeque, Glenside Pub, The Northside Pub, IHOP, Pizza Ranch,
The Hearthstone Bistro, Hamburger Mikey, Soul Filled Eatery, PUB ONE ELEVEN, Smash Wine Bar & Bistro, Walker’s An American Brasserie and The Lake House Waterfront Grille.
Century Club Shops Growth and Renewal
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Refreshments, door prizes and specials! Century Club Shops located at 356 W. Western Ave. will be celebrating the grand opening of three new shops that opened in 2020: Minty Vintage, The Lemon Blossom , Anything Sews and Bridal Services! Phone for questions 231-571-9101
Muskegon Risers Soccer vs Fort Wayne Sports Club
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fort Wayne Sport Club will visit Muskegon’s Mercy Health Arena tonight located at 470 W. Western. “The Fort” brought loads of talent during its arena debut in 2020 and earned a last second victory against the Risers that people are still raving about. Fort Wayne is a city with vibrant soccer culture and we’re excited to have them back in 2021! Tickets are available now at muskegonrisers.com/tickets
Disability Awareness Art Show
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event. Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Muskegon Farmers Indoor Winter Market
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Muskegon Farmers Market located at 242 W. Western Ave. will be open indoors Saturdays until May. For COVID19 safety measures, the market will have a different look and feel this year: Please wear your mask and walk within the direction arrows. Thank you
Sweetwater Local Foods MarketSweetwater Local Foods Market – OFFERING PREORDERS FOR PICKUP
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sweetwater Local Foods Market, 6401 Harvey St.
Sweetwater Local Foods Market will be offering a PREORDER ONLY market, out in the parking lot, from 10:00am to 11:00am. Sign up for the newsletter to get your order in here: https://tinyletter.com/SweetwaterLocalFoodsMkt or get the list from the website here: sweetwaterlocalfoodsmarket.org Sweetwater Local Foods Market offers healthy, humane, homegrown, local food you can trust! They are open year-round.
Boomtown Market Craft Beer & Wine Tastings
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
BoomTown Market, 351 W. Western Ave
Boomtown Market in Downtown Muskegon invites you to free Draft, Craft Beer & Wine Tastings every Saturday starting at 10 a.m. Sample unique Craft Beers on Tap from all around Michigan! If you like it, we’ll can a 32 ounce-er for you right then and there!
Sunday March 21:
Lakeshore Restaurant Week 2021
March 19 – March 27
Area restaurants will be offering special discounts, special menu and drink items! Choose to dine in or take out! New restaurants can be added each day. Visit https://www.muskegonlakeshorerestaurantweek.com/ for changes. Here is the list
so far: Dr. Rolf’s Barbeque, Glenside Pub, The Northside Pub, IHOP, Pizza Ranch,
The Hearthstone Bistro, Hamburger Mikey, Soul Filled Eatery, PUB ONE ELEVEN, Smash Wine Bar & Bistro, Walker’s An American Brasserie and The Lake House Waterfront Grille.
Latin Dance Lesson and Open Dance – Bachata
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Are you ready for partner dancing again? Located at 5571 E. Apple Ave. ,weekly Latin dance events every Sunday in March. The events will be a beginner’s lesson and open dancing. Take the lesson or just come and dance. Your choice. No partner or experience needed. We will not be switching partners. Bring a partner, meet a partner there or come dance solo. It’s all fun. We will accept gift donations to cover our costs, but that is not required. This is open to the community and we want your bodies there! Invite your friends and let’s make it a party! If you would like to extend your social network, get some very fun exercise, learn some new dance moves, or just want to dance, this is for you! Feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic beverages. Casual attire and comfortable shoes (or dance in your socks). No street shoes on the dance floor. Get details on all of our dance events on our Facebook group page MADLOS. 231-736-3205
Disability Awareness Art Show
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
City Center Arts located at 356 W. Western Ave. is hosting this event.Living in the world differently than most people can give different perspectives on many things especially when you don’t have a choice of the difference you have in your life. Many of us have disabilities which gives us this different perspective on living life. This show is for those in the art community that live with disabilities. CLOSED Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friends of Art: 100 Years
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster is featuring a selection of almost 30 artworks donated by the Friends to the museum’s permanent collection over the decades. Including pieces by James Richmond Barthé and Paul Howard Manship and one of our signature paintings, Tunis Ponsen’s Yacht Club Pier.” A video, Friends of Art 100th Year Anniversary, tells the story of the history of the group through the years. The video and exhibition information can be found here: https://muskegonartmuseum.org/exhibition/friends-of-art-100-years/ Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Open 11-4. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ansel Adams: The Photographs of Yosemite Suite features 24 iconic images of Yosemite National Park, the location and pictures that defined Adams’s internationally celebrated career can be seen at the Muskegon Art Museum located at 296 W. Webster. Friends of Art members purchased the photographs for the museum collection in 1989. The exhibition provides a view into unforgettable scenes of America’s natural grandeur, first photographed by Adams in the 1940s. Open with enhanced cleaning and social distancing protocols. Mask wearing is required. Closed Mondays. 231-720-2570