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05 / 19
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

05 / 20
Start: 11:00 am
End: 3:00 pm

The Voigt House Victorian Museum is open for tours every Tuesday from 11 am - 3 pm and the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 1 - 3 pm. Group tours are available by advance reservation Monday - Saturday.  Current exhibit information is available here.

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

05 / 21
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

05 / 22
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

05 / 23
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

05 / 24
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:35 pm

A jungle adventurer uses his magical camera to take the audience on a safari to the major features of the Solar System. The sun, Moon and eight planets all come to life, as well as the dwarf planet Pluto, who explains its current status. 35 minutes

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 3:40 pm

The planetarium operator takes the audience on a live tour of the night sky, finding the prominent stars, constellations and planets visible tonight. Current astronomical events are also presented.

05 / 25
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:35 pm

A jungle adventurer uses his magical camera to take the audience on a safari to the major features of the Solar System. The sun, Moon and eight planets all come to life, as well as the dwarf planet Pluto, who explains its current status. 35 minutes

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 3:40 pm

The planetarium operator takes the audience on a live tour of the night sky, finding the prominent stars, constellations and planets visible tonight. Current astronomical events are also presented.

05 / 26
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

05 / 27
Start: 11:00 am
End: 3:00 pm

The Voigt House Victorian Museum is open for tours every Tuesday from 11 am - 3 pm and the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 1 - 3 pm. Group tours are available by advance reservation Monday - Saturday.  Current exhibit information is available here.

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

05 / 28
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

05 / 29
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

05 / 30
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

05 / 31
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:35 pm

A jungle adventurer uses his magical camera to take the audience on a safari to the major features of the Solar System. The sun, Moon and eight planets all come to life, as well as the dwarf planet Pluto, who explains its current status. 35 minutes

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 3:40 pm

The planetarium operator takes the audience on a live tour of the night sky, finding the prominent stars, constellations and planets visible tonight. Current astronomical events are also presented.

06 / 1
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:35 pm

A jungle adventurer uses his magical camera to take the audience on a safari to the major features of the Solar System. The sun, Moon and eight planets all come to life, as well as the dwarf planet Pluto, who explains its current status. 35 minutes

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 3:40 pm

The planetarium operator takes the audience on a live tour of the night sky, finding the prominent stars, constellations and planets visible tonight. Current astronomical events are also presented.

06 / 2
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 3
Start: 11:00 am
End: 3:00 pm

The Voigt House Victorian Museum is open for tours every Tuesday from 11 am - 3 pm and the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 1 - 3 pm. Group tours are available by advance reservation Monday - Saturday.  Current exhibit information is available here.

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 4
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 5
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 6
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 7
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:35 pm

A jungle adventurer uses his magical camera to take the audience on a safari to the major features of the Solar System. The sun, Moon and eight planets all come to life, as well as the dwarf planet Pluto, who explains its current status. 35 minutes

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 3:40 pm

The planetarium operator takes the audience on a live tour of the night sky, finding the prominent stars, constellations and planets visible tonight. Current astronomical events are also presented.

06 / 8
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm

The Voigt House Victorian Museum is open for tours every Tuesday from 11 am - 3 pm and the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 1 - 3 pm. Group tours are available by advance reservation Monday - Saturday.  Current exhibit information is available here.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:35 pm

A jungle adventurer uses his magical camera to take the audience on a safari to the major features of the Solar System. The sun, Moon and eight planets all come to life, as well as the dwarf planet Pluto, who explains its current status. 35 minutes

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 3:40 pm

The planetarium operator takes the audience on a live tour of the night sky, finding the prominent stars, constellations and planets visible tonight. Current astronomical events are also presented.

06 / 9
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 10
Start: 11:00 am
End: 3:00 pm

The Voigt House Victorian Museum is open for tours every Tuesday from 11 am - 3 pm and the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 1 - 3 pm. Group tours are available by advance reservation Monday - Saturday.  Current exhibit information is available here.

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 11
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 12
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 13
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 14
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:35 pm

A jungle adventurer uses his magical camera to take the audience on a safari to the major features of the Solar System. The sun, Moon and eight planets all come to life, as well as the dwarf planet Pluto, who explains its current status. 35 minutes

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 3:40 pm

The planetarium operator takes the audience on a live tour of the night sky, finding the prominent stars, constellations and planets visible tonight. Current astronomical events are also presented.

06 / 15
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 1:35 pm

A jungle adventurer uses his magical camera to take the audience on a safari to the major features of the Solar System. The sun, Moon and eight planets all come to life, as well as the dwarf planet Pluto, who explains its current status. 35 minutes

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

Start: 3:00 pm
End: 3:40 pm

The planetarium operator takes the audience on a live tour of the night sky, finding the prominent stars, constellations and planets visible tonight. Current astronomical events are also presented.

06 / 16
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

What do origami, paper-mache and papel picado have in common? They're all paper crafts and they're all fun! Make and take home a variety of exciting craft projects that you can teach your friends and family. Ages 8 - 11.

Purchase

Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Read & Connect Summer Academy utilizes Museum exhibits and artifacts to help campers expand language skills and make real world connections. Campers investigate artifacts and participate in hands-on reading, writing and vocabulary enrichment activities centered on a daily theme. 

Session I

Grades 1 - 3
Day at your Museum, Numismatics and Space

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Ooey, gooey, yucky slime! Campers will conduct icky science experiments, create creepy art, and follow gross-looking (but tasty) recipes in our Slimy Science laboratory. It's a fun new way to learn about science! Ages 5 - 7.

Purchase 

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 17
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Grab an apron and roll up your sleeves; Grandma's Kitchen is open for business. Children will create a variety of hands-on recipes, from nutritious snacks to a complete meal. Kitchen spaces at the historic Voigt House is limited, so sign-up early! Campers must be dropped off and picked up at the Voigt House location. Ages 5 - 7.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

What do origami, paper-mache and papel picado have in common? They're all paper crafts and they're all fun! Make and take home a variety of exciting craft projects that you can teach your friends and family. Ages 8 - 11.

Purchase

Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Read & Connect Summer Academy utilizes Museum exhibits and artifacts to help campers expand language skills and make real world connections. Campers investigate artifacts and participate in hands-on reading, writing and vocabulary enrichment activities centered on a daily theme. 

Session I

Grades 1 - 3
Day at your Museum, Numismatics and Space

Start: 11:00 am
End: 3:00 pm

The Voigt House Victorian Museum is open for tours every Tuesday from 11 am - 3 pm and the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 1 - 3 pm. Group tours are available by advance reservation Monday - Saturday.  Current exhibit information is available here.

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Ooey, gooey, yucky slime! Campers will conduct icky science experiments, create creepy art, and follow gross-looking (but tasty) recipes in our Slimy Science laboratory. It's a fun new way to learn about science! Ages 5 - 7.

Purchase 

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

06 / 18
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Experience how medieval knights lived and trained. Participate in authentic games of the era inside the Museum's miniature castle. Learn how to make chainmail and construct a model shield with original heraldry. Participate in a mock sword tournament and be knighted by Queen Gwindlyn! Ages 5 - 7.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Grab an apron and roll up your sleeves; Grandma's Kitchen is open for business. Children will create a variety of hands-on recipes, from nutritious snacks to a complete meal. Kitchen spaces at the historic Voigt House is limited, so sign-up early! Campers must be dropped off and picked up at the Voigt House location. Ages 5 - 7.

Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

What do origami, paper-mache and papel picado have in common? They're all paper crafts and they're all fun! Make and take home a variety of exciting craft projects that you can teach your friends and family. Ages 8 - 11.

Purchase

Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Read & Connect Summer Academy utilizes Museum exhibits and artifacts to help campers expand language skills and make real world connections. Campers investigate artifacts and participate in hands-on reading, writing and vocabulary enrichment activities centered on a daily theme. 

Session I

Grades 1 - 3
Day at your Museum, Numismatics and Space

Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Throughout history, all around the world, people have made up pictures and stories about the sky. Come hear fascinating tales of the Sun, Moon, planets and stars. Find ancient star pictures in the planetarium sky and make up your own new stories. Ages 8 - 11.

Purchase

Start: 1:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Ooey, gooey, yucky slime! Campers will conduct icky science experiments, create creepy art, and follow gross-looking (but tasty) recipes in our Slimy Science laboratory. It's a fun new way to learn about science! Ages 5 - 7.

Purchase 

Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm

In coordination with the Museum’s newest permanent exhibit, Newcomers, the Chaffee Planetarium presents sky stories originating from among the many cultures that are part of West Michigan. 30 minutes

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