Permanent Exhibits
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Maritime Exploration Space
Wigwam and Birchbark Canoe
Fur Trading Post
West Michigan Logging
Pioneer Cabin
Victorian House
Ekkens Store
Tri-Cities Tourism and Industry
Bastian-Blessing Soda Fountain
US Coast Guard
Michigan Geology (Under Construction)
Free Admission
Admission to the Tri-Cities Historical Museum is free, however, we greatly appreciate donations!
The Tri-Cities Historical Museum relies on the generosity of area taxpayers, who provide about 60% of our operating funds through millage assessments. These funds allow us to offer free admission for our residents and visitors. We make up the remainder of our funding through grants, investments, memberships, and donations. If you visited the Museum and enjoyed your visit, please consider a donation. Any amount supports our mission and provides a quality experience for all who walk through our doors.
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Plan Your Visit
The trajectory of Tri-Cities history is featured in our 13 permanent exhibits, taking visitors through the people, events, and places of the area beginning in the geologic era through the present. These - along with our annual temporary exhibits - draw all ages and interests and feature objects, documents, photographs, and art specific to the Tri-Cities.
Extended Summer Hours
(Memorial Day to Labor Day)
Monday:
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closed
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Come on in...
Admission is free!
Regular Hours
(Labor Day to Memorial Day)
Monday:
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Sunday:
closed
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Accessible parking spots are available in the City of Grand Haven parking lot located behind the Museum.
Food and drink are prohibited in the Museum.
The front doors of the Museum have ADA-compliant automated door openers, and the Museum has an elevator for accessing all floors.
Service animals are welcome in the Museum. Emotional support animals and pets are not allowed in the Museum.
Public restrooms are available on the mezzanine floor of the building. Both public restrooms have a baby changing station and an accessible stall.
The Museum Gift Shop is on the first floor, near the building entrance. Our guest services staff are always ready to help!
Still have questions? Send us a note, and we’ll get back to you!
Accessibility
Our Locations
Tri-Cities Historical Museum
Akeley Building
200 Washington Ave
Grand Haven, MI 49417
616-842-0700
Community Archive and Research Center
14100 172nd Ave
Grand Haven, MI 49417
616-842-0700 ext. 200
Open Weekdays 9 am - 5 pm; scheduling an appointment ahead of time is recommended so we can dedicate our time to your request.
Regular Hours
(Labor Day to Memorial Day)
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
closed
10-5
10-5
10-5
10-5
12-5
12-5
Extended Summer Hours
(Memorial Day to Labor Day)
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
closed
10-8
10-8
10-8
10-8
12-8
12-5