Kalamazoo Valley Museum

The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is a science and history museum in downtown Kalamazoo with exhibits about the region spread across multiple floors. The collection includes artifacts, documents, and interactive displays that document local development.

The museum was founded in 1881 as a collection documenting Kalamazoo County history and early settlement. Since then it has documented the major shifts in the region's development.

The museum displays the work of local artists and tells stories of crafts that shaped Kalamazoo's identity. Visitors see which industries and people formed the region and how community life unfolded here.

Admission is free, making it easy for families, students, and researchers to visit. Visitors can explore the exhibits at their own pace and learn about local history without time pressure.

The museum features interactive science exhibits where visitors experiment with physical principles through mechanical demonstrations and technology stations. These hands-on activities set it apart from traditional museums.

Location: Kalamazoo

Inception: 1881

Operator: Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Address: 203 Rose Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Phone: +12693737990

Email: museumstaff@kvcc.edu

Website: https://kalamazoomuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 42.29330,-85.58390

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:43