Events
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MMM Lecture Series: The Civil War Comes to the Great Lakes: Confederate Raiders on the Inland Seas
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesWhen the Civil War is discussed in Michigan it is often as events that happened in such exotic locales as Virginia, Tennessee or Arkansas. While this is mostly true, it was not exclusively so, with subterfuge, secrecy and invasion fears popping up in places like Detroit throughout the conflict. This was especially true in September…
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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 needed—just bring your imagination. The activity is free with membership or museum admission. Sponsored by Cathy and Clark Carmichael
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Great Lakes Learners- Knot Tying and Secret Messages
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesKnot Tying and Secret Messages First, we’ll learn all about how to tie nautical knots. Then, we’ll explore how we can send secret messages on the high seas! This program is free with your museum admission ticket, though it is limited to the first 40 participants per session. Morning Session: 10:30-11:30 AM Afternoon Session: 1:30-2:30…
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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 the Jerry Mason Learning Center or, weather permitting, under the Ruth Wiser Innovation Tent. This event is free with membership or admission to the museum.
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Model Wooden Boat Demonstrations
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesWednesdays in the Jerry Mason Learning Center from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Learn more about this fascinating hobby that blends hands-on crafting and nautical history with MMM volunteer Sally Nye as she constructs a replica of the 1776 Gunboat Philadelphia. All ages are welcomed but ideal for adults, seniors, and all lifelong learners. This event…
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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 needed—just bring your imagination. The activity is free with membership or museum admission. Sponsored by Cathy and Clark Carmichael
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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 the Jerry Mason Learning Center or, weather permitting, under the Ruth Wiser Innovation Tent. This event is free with membership or admission to the museum.
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Model Wooden Boat Demonstrations
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesWednesdays in the Jerry Mason Learning Center from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Learn more about this fascinating hobby that blends hands-on crafting and nautical history with MMM volunteer Sally Nye as she constructs a replica of the 1776 Gunboat Philadelphia. All ages are welcomed but ideal for adults, seniors, and all lifelong learners. This event…
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MMM Lecture Series: The Three Lives of USS LST-393
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesLanding Ship, Tank (LST) vessels were among the most essential — and least celebrated — ships of World War II. Join us as USS LST 393 Veterans Museum Director Ryan Lancaster tells the story of this ship which lived three distinct lives; first as a WWII amphibious warship on the beaches of Normandy and across…
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Rock the Boat 2026
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesJoin the Michigan Maritime Museum August 21st for our 5th annual Rock the Boat concert, Rock the Boat V, Stayin' Alive! Come rock out at an evening of fun, food, music, and dancing on the Museums waterfront campus. Proceeds benefit the Michigan Maritime Museum. Back by popular demand, The 1985 Band will surely get you up on…