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Muskegon History and Beyond with the Lakeshore Museum Center
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Muskegon History and Beyond with the Lakeshore Museum Center episodes
- Ruth Thompson: A Women of Firsts
Ruth Thompson born in Whitehall, Michigan would become a trail blazer for women across West Michigan and the United States. She began her career in law and became the first female member of the Muskegon Bar Association. She would then go on to politics to become the first female state representative for Muskegon County. Ruth would eventually run for congress, winning, and become the first female to serve on the House Judiciary Committee.
9 min - The Hackley and Hume Historic SiteListen in as Erin Schmitz programming manager of the Hackley and Hume Historic Site answers some questions about the creation and history of two of Muskegon's most famous houses.27 min
- 35 Years of Muskegon Civic TheatreFor 35 years the Muskegon Civic Theatre has been putting on shows for residents and visitors a like. Join us as we interview Jason Bertoia managing director of MCT to learn more about its history and what's involved in putting on a show.To learn more about MCT visithttps://www.muskegoncivictheatre.org/To learn more about the exhibit and opening visithttps://lakeshoremuseum.org/events/the-show-must-go-on-exhibit-opening-night/26 min
- Get Schooled on Fishing with the Fish Monger's WifeOn today's podcast we interview Eric Petersen and Amber May-Petersen the husband and wife duo behind the Fish Monger's Wife. Listen in as they discuss the history and future of commercial fishing in Muskegon.28 min
- The Name Game: Streets of Muskegon County II
Last year we examine the streets of the county and those whom they were named after. We also asked you for any other street names you were curious about. Well you delivered, so here is part two of the street names of Muskegon County.
14 min - Muskegon Swindlers, Queen Victoria, Scotland Yard, and the story that ties them togetherTake an adventure across the Atlantic as we follow the story of the Bidwell brothers and their scam to defraud the Bank of England millions of dollars in gold.18 min
- A Station for All: Union DepotFor over 100 years the red Union Depot building has stood out from its surroundings on Western Avenue. When it first opened its importance to bringing in tourist, visitors, and new residents was immense. Over the years its importance declined but thankfully the building remained to be transformed into the center of tourism again in Muskegon as the Muskegon County Convention & Visitor's Bureau and now the home of Visit Muskegon.9 min
- John Torrent-lumberman, inventor, politician, and real estate mogul.This month we dive into the fascinating history of one of Muskegon's wealthiest residents' of all time. Learn how John Torrent earned this title and also how he earned the title of villain and scoundrel.18 min
- Muskegon and World War I100 years ago the Great War came to an end. The cost of the war was terrible for all involved including Americans and Muskegon County residents. On today's episode we learn about the experiences of Muskegon County men and women during the war.21 min
- Old Indian CemeteryJoin us for an interview with Judy Hayner director of the City of Muskegon Art Initiative, as she discusses the history of the Muskegon Indian Cemetery and a statue being installed in tribute of it.11 min
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A short podcast exploring the people, places, and events that shaped Muskegon, Michigan and beyond.
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