Events
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From Forest to Shore: Stories of Michigan’s Land and Lakes- Commercial Fishing on Lake Michigan
Kalamazoo Nature Center 7000 N Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesA Collaborative Lecture Series by Kalamazoo Nature Center & Michigan Maritime Museum THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR 7/30/2026 Discover the rich tapestry of Michigan's natural landscapes and maritime heritage…
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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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Great Lakes Learners- Build a Recycled Plastic Bottle Boat
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesBuild a Recycled Plastic Bottle Boat Join us in the Jerry Mason Learning Center, where we’ll learn about what makes a boat float and build our own boats by recycling…
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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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Ruth Wiser Plastic Boat Regatta: Kid’s Competition
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesJoin us for the launching of the Ruth Wiser Innovation Portal and show off your skills at the Plastic Boat Regatta! This competition will take place on June 20th from…
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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…
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P.I.R.A.T.E Camp Session 1
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…
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MMM Lecture Series: Iron Ore Trimmers Wars on the Upper Great Lakes
Michigan Maritime Museum 260 Dyckman Avenue, South Haven, MI, United StatesIron ore trimmers of the late 1800s worked by hand in gangs to level the cargo dumped into a vessel’s hold. It was dirty, exhausting work that depended on speed and reliability. Trimmers occupied a unique position on the docks, often fighting rival gangs and employers to keep the work in their control. The trimmers…
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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…
