Welcome!
You have a treasure! Be sure to make seeing one of the premier small museums in Michigan a priority !
Be sure to stop in to see us tonight for the City of Newaygo's Christmas Walk. We have a great Christmas tree vingette set up with our vintage carriage and sleigh, our Christmas train, and great holiday shopping at the Log Mark Gift Shop.
We will continue to be open our normal business hours until December 21st for unique artisan gifts.
Join our Team
The Heritage Museum of Newaygo County is seeking a Director of Advancement. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing the museum’s plans for development, community engagement, fundraising, grants management, marketing, and communications. This role ensures that the museum’s financial health and strategic growth aligns with its mission and long-term sustainability.
Newaygo County, Michigan is approximately forty miles north of Grand Rapids, and boasts plentiful lakes, rivers, and woods to enjoy. The county has strong schools, businesses, cultural, and non-profit organizations, making this outdoor paradise a wonderful place to live and work.
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Alex Y.
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“This is a great asset to Newaygo County. I definitely will be back!”
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Morgan J.
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“A wonderful museum. Really great way to display the history. Thank you”
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Herbert D.
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“Great space! Wonderful upgrades! Share the Heritage!”
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Our Mission:
To collect, preserve, and share Newaygo County history.
Located in the heart of River County in beautiful downtown Newaygo, The Heritage Museum of Newaygo County is a stunning historical building with modern renovations.
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Soothing forest colors, an innovative use of materials, dramatic architecture, and distinctive local artwork are spread throughout the spaces, making a perfect backdrop to highlight the history of a unique region of Michigan.
The new museum is a great place for all ages to make fun and informative connections with the past. Exhibits on topics such as Native American history, the importance of logging, the rise of farming, and modern day tourism are just some of the things to experience.
A new and expanded retail space lets you bring history home with you, and you can host your events in one of our modern, well equipped venues.
Visit Us!
Hours
Hours of Operation
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11AM-4 PM
Wednesday: 11 AM-4PM
Thursday: 11 AM–4 PM
Friday: 11 AM–4 PM
Saturday: 11 AM–4  PM
Sunday: Closed
Location
"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it."
― George Santayana, The Life of Reason, 1905
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