Stories and Video
Fred's Big Chance is an exciting six-chapter historical adventure based on the beloved community musical Muskegon Lumber Queen. Designed for elementary-age students, families, educators, and local history enthusiasts, this story follows young Fred Hansen as he faces challenges that test his courage, loyalty, and determination in the booming lumber town of Muskegon, Michigan during the late 1800s.
This Town Will Stand is a heartfelt musical storybook inspired by the spirit of Muskegon, Michigan and the generations of families who built a community on hard work, hope, and a shared vision for the future. Created as part of the evolving Muskegon Lumber Queen Celebration, this inspiring tale follows young dreamers as they witness the growth of a harbor town into a thriving community.
First produced in 1975, the 52nd Muskegon Lumber Queen Musical is presented here in 3 short minutes, just for fun. See it in its entirety on April 16,17 & 18 at the Stage at the Corner.
Every community has stories worth keeping alive.
These are ours—stories of hard work, imagination, courage and community. We share them so Muskegon’s past can continue to inspire its future.