Muskegon, County seat in western Michigan, United States
Muskegon is a county seat in western Michigan located where Muskegon Lake meets Lake Michigan through a maintained shipping channel.
A French trading post established in 1748 grew into a major lumber port during the 19th century. German and Dutch immigrants settled during the lumber boom and shaped the town through subsequent generations.
The name comes from the Ojibwe word
Local buses connect residential neighborhoods with downtown and the waterfront areas throughout the day. Winter months bring heavy lake-effect snow that can affect road conditions and travel times.
The Frauenthal Center occupies a restored theater from the lumber era with original interior details intact. Several summer festivals along the waterfront draw visitors from across the region celebrating local traditions.
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