How many Museums are in Michigan?

Michigan winter is definitely upon us and the snowflakes continue to fall. Some of us are excited to snow shoe, ski, snowboard and build snow forts, but others are hibernating next to a cozy fireplace dreaming of sunnier days. If you are one of the many individuals anticipating the return of Spring and Summer; enjoy a little Michigan knowledge. 

Did you know Michigan has over 500 museums?
Dinosaurs Unearthed, Grand Rapids Art Museum 

You can visit the Air Zoo in Kalamazoo or The American Museum of Magic in Marshall. Stop in to see the largest private collection of Coca-cola related items at the Bottle-CapMuseum in Grayling. Take a walk through the 1895 Victorian house turned museum and see the Voigt family’s original furniture and belongings.

When you visit a museum you can learn about history, heritage, art or science. You can view the transformation of toys, bicycles and automobiles through history. History really does come alive as you walk through the Historic White Pine Village in Ludington. The Clinton Township Historical Village features exhibits that take you back in time.

The Streets of Old Grand Rapids
TJ Stay at the The Streets of Old Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Public Museum

In late October my husband and I took our girls to the Dinosaurs Unearthed at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. The ginormous brontosaurus and T-Rex models towered above us as we walked through the exhibit. Then the dinosaur replicas moved! I admit, I was pretty excited with what we saw that day at the museum.

Every time I turn around The Grand Rapids Public Museum has a new exhibit. It’s impossible to not learn something new every time you go. They make learning an experience to remember.

Dinosaur Exhibit, Grand Rapids Public Museum
Dinosaurs Unearthed 
Grand Rapids Art Museum

I just recently learned that the Muskegon Museum of Art currently has an exhibit showcasing more than 1,000 Japanese warrior robots. These colorful creatures look like they just stepped out of a comic book. Even if you are not a comic book fan it is a must see. Check out a sneak peak of the exhibit here.   

Michigan museums are an opportunity to experience collections of art and history. They are an opportunity to expand your knowledge.

Visit michigan.org to plan a trip to a museum today!

Written by Karlee Miller
Creative Administrator

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