Kalamazoo Valley Museum facts for kids
The back of the Museum. A pedestrian stands in the foreground.
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| Established | 1881 |
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| Location | Kalamazoo, Michigan |
| Type | History, Science, Technology |
| Collection size | 50,000 |
The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is a fun, "hands-on" museum. It is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This museum is great for families. It teaches about science, technology, and history. Kalamazoo Valley Community College runs the museum. The best part is that it's free to visit!
The museum's collection started in 1881. A local banker named Horace M. Peck gave corals, shells, and rocks to the Kalamazoo School Board. In its early years, the museum gathered items from nature. It also collected old objects and things from different cultures. Today, the museum has over 50,000 items!
The museum has a modern planetarium with 109 seats. It shows many different programs. These shows are for school groups and other visitors.
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Explore the Museum's Exhibits
The Kalamazoo Valley Museum has many cool things to see. It often brings in new traveling exhibits. These special shows change regularly. The museum also has several exhibits that are always there.
Discover Ancient Egypt: The Mummy Mystery
This exhibit focuses on a 2,300-year-old ancient Egyptian mummy. She was a female from the Ptolemaic Kingdom era. This mummy came from the Akhmim region. It was given to the museum in 1928. You can see the results of scientific tests on the mummy. These include carbon dating, CT-scans, and X-rays. There is also a forensic reconstruction of her face. The exhibit also shows other ancient Egyptian items from the museum's collection.
Science in Motion: Hands-On Fun
This gallery is all about science. It has three main parts: Energy, Human Body, and Technology. You can touch, feel, hear, and discover things here. Visitors of all ages can take part in science activities. It's a great way to learn by doing!
Kalamazoo's Story: On the Trail of History
This exhibit tells the story of Kalamazoo. You can learn about the city's history and heritage. It shows how Kalamazoo grew over time.
Made in Kalamazoo: Direct To You
Did you know many famous products came from Kalamazoo? This exhibit shows them off! You can see Gibson guitars and Kalamazoo stoves. There are also Upjohn pharmaceuticals and Stryker orthopedic equipment. Many other cool products from Kalamazoo are on display.
More Information
- Kalamazoo Valley Museum Website
- Kalamazoo Valley Community College Website
