Manistee Discovery Cove

08/30/2026

Want to support Manistee Discovery Cove for FREE?

Did you know our social media is monetized? That means your likes, comments, shares, and views can actually help support the museum!

Every time you:
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you’re helping us reach more families AND bring in a little extra support for the museum.It costs you nothing, but it makes a difference to us! 💙

08/29/2026

Thank you Nuvu for your pizza donation!

08/29/2026

Item swap day is today at noon! Look at all these donations that were already dropped off. 💙
We have baby swings, pack N play, clothes and toys!

This is a FREE community event and items are free to take home.

If you stay to play at the museum, admission will be required.

08/28/2026

Starting next week, we will open at 8am on Wednesday and Thursday.

Drop off your older kids at school and head on over with your little ones after drop off.

If you work from home, bring your laptop (we have wifi) and 3 tables. Let your kids run around while you get some work done.

Open Play Hours

Wednesday: 8am-2pm
Thursday: 8am-2pm
Saturday: 9am-2pm
Sunday: 9am-2pm

08/27/2026

Specimen Discovery 🔬🐚🌸

Explore our growing collection of preserved resin specimens, including insects, sea life, flowers, and more! View them up close with a microscope or magnifying glass and discover the tiny details hidden inside.

For children under 6, we ask that a parent or caregiver assist with handling and viewing the specimens.

08/27/2026

08/27/2026

Our drawing robot has landed! You can pick from over 180 designs for the robot to draw for you.

Color the drawing and take it home! 🤖

08/26/2026

Thank you to our balance board testers!

08/26/2026

ALL AGES WELCOME, including adults.

Come hang out with Manistee Conservation District from 10-12 at Manistee Discovery Cove 303 First Street.
(Wednesday 26th)

Manistee River Channel and Lake Michigan samples are ready to view under a microscope.

This is a FREE event, if you choose to stay and play at the museum, admission will be required.

08/26/2026

We were one of the recipients chosen by Little River Casino Resort’s 27th Annual Charity Golf Classic.

We are currently building a science section with these funds.

Thank you for making this possible Little River Casino Resort!