Muskegon History And Beyond With The Lakeshore Museum Center

On 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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Take 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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

For 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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

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. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-horn/support

100 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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Join 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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

With Labor Day just behind us we examine a crucial lumbering strike, in which Muskegon lumbering men struck for better wages and a 10 hour workday. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-horn/support

The pointed roof and large stone arch entrance way of the Century Club have been a feature of Western Avenue for over a century. Today we examine the long history of the building and the club who called it home. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

In the 1800s the Lumber Schooner dominated trade and transportation in Muskegon. On today's episode we discuss how these ships were made, used, and sailed. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/patrick-horn/support

Helen Hume was the daughter of Muskegon Lumber Baron Thomas Hume. In 1908 Helen and her friend Francis Ford, along with a chaperone, took an around the world journey. While traveling, Helen wrote many letters to her family which paint a journey of amazement, hilarity, and tribulations. These are some of those stories. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

The origins of spring cleaning go back several hundred years in Michigan. Join the staff of Michigan's Heritage Park to learn the why and how, and about its most prominent tool, the broom. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Baseball in Muskegon has a long history, and many great players have called the area home. One of the most famous players to every play in the area has to be Elston Howard. Today we hear his story. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Giles, McCracken, Ruddiman, and Peck are among the many named streets of Muskegon County. But who are the people behind these names and what are their stories? Jackie Huss seeks to answer many of those questions on today's episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Today's episode looks at who could be the most interesting and controversial person to ever live in Muskegon County. During his life he corresponded with world leaders, did research for the U.S. government, and self-published several books. So, listen in and share your thoughts, memories, and stories of our mysterious figure. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

For over 100 years the Hackely School, now Hackley Administration Building has been part of downtown Muskegon. Listen in this month as we cover the history of the school from the plan of Charles Hackley to its present situation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

Today's episode will follow the history of the Michigan Theater. From its construction and glory days, to its near demolition, and finally its transformation into the Frauenthal Theater we know and love today! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

In this episode we answer the question that many of you have probably wondered. Why do we have a road called Seaway Drive? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

In today's episode we have a discussion with documentary film makers Jim Schaub and Ron Pesch on their project Buster Keaton: Home. Follow along as we talk about Buster's time spent in Muskegon, the film, and the upcoming Buster Keaton convention in Muskegon. To find out more or to donate to the project visit http://www.busterkeatonhome.com/. To learn more about the convention go to http://www.busterkeaton.com/ and be sure to stop by the Lakeshore Museum Center to see our Buster Keaton display. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support

This episode features Gwen and Wendy from Michigan's Heritage Park. Listen in as they discuss alcohol throughout history in Michigan and learn about rum’s role in the fur trade, Michigan's earliest home brewers, and other topics. Grab your favorite drink, sit back, and enjoy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/patrick-horn/support