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1. Pere Marquette Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Hackley and Hume Historic Site ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. USS LST 393 Veterans Museum

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4. USS Silversides Submarine Museum

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5. Hoffmaster State Park

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6. Muskegon State Park

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7. Muskegon Museum of Art

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9. Muskegon Heritage Museum

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10. The Muskegon County Museum Foundation

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11. SS Milwaukee Clipper

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12. Hackley Public Library

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13. The Lakes Mall

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14. Frauenthal Center

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15. The Hearthstone Bistro

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16. Fricano's Place

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17. Kruse Park

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18. Heritage Landing

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19. The Monet Garden of Muskegon

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20. Fire Barn Museum

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Summary & FAQ Pere Marquette Park Hackley and Hume Historic Site USS LST 393 Veterans Museum USS Silversides Submarine Museum Hoffmaster State Park Muskegon State Park Muskegon Museum of Art Michigan's Adventure Muskegon Heritage Museum The Muskegon County Museum Foundation SS Milwaukee Clipper Hackley Public Library The Lakes Mall Frauenthal Center The Hearthstone Bistro Fricano's Place Kruse Park Heritage Landing The Monet Garden of Muskegon Fire Barn Museum

  • Question: Where is Muskegon, MI located?
  • Answer: Muskegon, MI is the largest city on the western shores of Lake Michigan.
  • Question: What percentage of Muskegon is water, and what are its water features?
  • Answer: More than 20% of the city is water. It is bounded to the north by Muskegon Lake, and the two lakes are joined by a channel.
  • Question: What is the origin of Muskegon's name?
  • Answer: The city's name is derived from the Ottawa description of the area, meaning marshy river or swamp.
  • Question: When was Muskegon officially settled, and what industry contributed to its growth?
  • Answer: Muskegon was officially settled in 1837. The timber resources gave rise to a thriving lumber industry, attracting many German, Irish, and Canadian settlers.
  • Question: What recognition has Muskegon earned for its heritage?
  • Answer: The rich heritage on land and in the water has earned the city several entries on the National Heritage Registers.

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