Events
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Ruth Wiser Plastic Boat Regatta: Adult Competition
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesJoin us for the launch of the Ruth Wiser Innovation Portal and put your skills to the test in the Plastic Boat Regatta! The competition will take place on June 20 from 3:30–5:00 PM and is open to participants ages 18 and older. Boats are highly encouraged to be built at home, but participants may also…
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Michigan Soldiers in the War of 1812
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesMichigan Soldiers in the War of 1812 Date: Saturday, June 27th, 2026 Time: 2:00-3:30 PM Join Military History Academy Educator Jerry Berg as he takes us back to when Michigan Territory became the first theater of the War of 1812. Through weapons and clothing, we’ll learn about how Michigan citizens and soldiers had to find…
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ADULTS ONLY: Maritime Bingo for Books
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesJoin Executive Director Bailey Sisoy-Moore for a riotous, rowdy, and downright ridiculous night of fun at the Michigan Maritime Museum. On Friday, July 10, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM, we’ll gather in the R.B. Annis Room for a special adults-only Maritime Bingo for Books. Think bingo—but like you’ve never seen it before. Which Great Lakes captain…
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P.I.R.A.T.E Camp Session 2
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesP.I.R.A.T.E Camp stands for… Play. Imagine. Research. Adventure. Think. Explore. Each camp session will be split into two age groups: Grades 3 to 4 and Grades 5 to 6. Please note that the June session and July session will be the same program. P.I.R.A.T.E CAMP SESSION 2 Tuesday, July 28-Friday, July 31, 9:00 am-5:00 pm…
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Great Lakes Learners- Create Your own Fossil
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesCreate Your own Fossil Learn like a paleontologist and step back on the geological timeline to explore a variety of plant and animal fossils. And after that, create your own…
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Fish Tales Storytime
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesCome visit the Michigan Maritime Museum for a weekly storytime featuring a rotating selection of books and storytellers every Wednesday, June through August, from 11:00 to 12:00 PM in either…
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Maritime Makers
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesSet sail for creativity at the Museum every Friday from 1:00–3:00 pm, June through August. Drop in for a hands-on maritime craft perfect for curious kids and families. No registration…
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From Forest to Shore: Stories of Michigan’s Land and Lakes- Fossil Ecology of the Great Lakes
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesA Collaborative Lecture Series by Kalamazoo Nature Center & Michigan Maritime Museum Discover the rich tapestry of Michigan's natural landscapes and maritime heritage in this engaging lecture series. From Forest…
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Maritime Bingo for Books
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesMaritime Bingo for Books is a lively, family-friendly event designed for curious minds ages 8 and up (children must attend with an adult), this 90-minute program puts a big, interactive…
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MMM Lecture Series: USCGC MACKINAW – A Tale of Two Ships
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesJoin us for an entertaining, informative presentation by author and journalist Mike Fornes about two iconic ships that became known as the “Queen of the Great Lakes”. Since 1944, the Mackinaw has been on guard through gale-force winds, crushing ice flows and blinding snowstorms. The original ship broke ice with brute force, and the new…