Don’t miss the Muskegon Museum of History & Science’s hottest party of the year. Tickets are on sale for the 31st annual Lumber Baron’s Ball, themed Jurassic Museum, which is set for 6:30-10 p.m. October 5, 2024.
The evening includes dinner and entertainment at the Muskegon Museum of History & Science of the Lakeshore Museum Center, 430 W. Clay Ave., in downtown Muskegon. The Sponsor VIP Cocktail Hour starts at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person in advance or $60 per person at the door. The event is for adults ages 21 and older.
This year’s theme Jurassic Museum celebrates the museum’s ongoing Dinosaur Bones exhibit. Attendees will enter the Mesozoic Era and enjoy dino-mite dishes by Savory & Spice Catering, drinks with friends at the Bedrock Bar, and dancing at the Asteroid Attack Nightclub.
The annual fundraising gala supports museum programs, preservation, and exhibits at all five sites of the Lakeshore Museum Center family. The evening includes a silent auction, the chance to support giving boards, and contribute to bus grants.
“The Lumber Baron’s Ball is one of our most anticipated events of the year,” said Executive Director Melissa Horton. “We appreciate the museum patrons and supporters who join us for this fun evening of socializing, while also supporting the museum’s programs and impact in the community.”
Our exhibit, Dinosaur Bones with Paleo Joe, allows visitors to experience dinosaur bones up close and personal and offers a glimpse into an ancient world where dinosaurs roamed the Earth, and Paleo Joe will be on hand during the event to interact with guests. Attendees will alos have the change for a photo op with a Jurassic Park vehicle, and other special dinosaur surprises.
Tickets for the Lumber Baron’s Ball: Jurassic Museum can be purchased online at lakeshoremuseum.org/event/
For more information about the Lumber Baron’s Ball, contact Marci Dalm at marci@lakeshoremuseum.org or 231-724-5544. To learn more about the Dinosaur Bones exhibit, visit the museum’s website at lakeshoremuseum.org.
