Upcoming Events
Family Movie Event - The House with a Clock in its Walls
Get ready for a magical adventure with The House with a Clock in Its Walls! When young Lewis moves in with his mysterious Uncle Jonathan, he discovers a world of witches, warlocks, enchanted objects, and a mysterious clock hidden inside the walls of their creepy old house. Starring Jack Black and Cate Blanchett, this spooky, fun-filled adventure is perfect for a family movie outing!
A little local history! Did you know the movie’s mysterious mansion was inspired by the historic Cronin House in nearby Marshall, Michigan? The house inspired Marshall native John Bellairs, who wrote the original book that became the movie. While the film itself was shot elsewhere, the story has a special connection to our own community!
🍿 Event Details
Admission: $5 per family (up to four family members)
Additional family members: $1 each beyond the first four
Concessions available for purchase: Popcorn, candy, water, and soda
Bring the family, grab some popcorn, and join us for a little movie magic!
I’ll Be Seeing You - W.K. Kellogg Sites
The impact Will Keith Kellogg (WK) has had on the Battle Creek community has been huge, from his work at the Battle Creek Sanitarium with his brother, Dr. John Harvey Kellogg, to his cereal factory, that has spread his breakfast food products around the world, WK has left a positive legacy in our city.
Join Kurt Thornton as he visits important historical sights around Battle Creek that are related to WK, from his birthplace to the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, that continue to effect education and health needs around the planet.
World Diabetes Day - Screenings, Presentations, Health Fair
Join us in Battle Creek for World Diabetes Day! We’ll kick off with a diabetes awareness walk along the Linear Park pathway, “Let’s Walk Together for Awareness,” followed by health screenings, educational presentations, and a healthy living fair at the museum. This community event is sponsored by the Rotary Action Group for Diabetes and the Cereal City Lions Club.
I’ll BC-ing You: BC Festival of Lights
Join Kurt Thornton as he tells the story of the Battle Creek Festival of lights. In 1991, the Battle Creek International Festival of Lights debuted as a city-wide event to celebrate the holidays, no matter what your beliefs might be. It was a huge holiday party…and everyone was invited. By its third year, over 600,000 people visited the city to see the light displays, and they spent over $1 million at restaurants and hotels. It was a huge success. This is the story of that holiday event…and it’s impact on the community.
Tales of Christmas Past Radio Theatre: "Miracle on 34th Street"
Join us for our exclusive holiday event of the season: Tales of Christmas Past! This will be our fifth year with this special holiday program.
When a department store Santa claims he’s the real Kris Kringle, his case gets taken all the way to the Supreme Court. This radio play adaptation of Miracle on 34th Street will melt even the most cynical of hearts.
Tickets are $20 each, and all proceeds go to support the Battle Creek Regional History Museum. More information coming soon!
Tales of Christmas Past Radio Theatre: "The Plot to Overthrow Christmas” & “Mr. Trimbles Turnabout Christmas”
Join us for our exclusive holiday event of the season: Tales of Christmas Past! This will be our fifth year with this special holiday program.
The Plot to Overthrow Christmas: A 1938 comic radio play written entirely in rhyme by Norman Corwin that follows a group of historical villains conspiring with the Devil to assassinate Santa Claus.
Mr. Trimble's Turnabout Christmas: Mr. Trimbo is the recipient of a special gift presented by one of Santa's elves. On Christmas day he can have anything he wants.
Tickets are $20 each, and all proceeds go to support the Battle Creek Regional History Museum. More information coming soon!
Michigan History Author Symposium
This is the 3rd annual Michigan History Author Symposium. This year we are featuring fourteen Michigan history authors from all over the state!
I’ll Be Seeing You - Oak Hill Cemetery
Join Kurt Thornton as he tells the story of the story of this important cemetery and its connection to the community it serves.
I’ll Be Seeing You - BCCHS
Join Kurt Thornton as he tells the story of the community's first high school, from its beginning as a three-storied schoolhouse to the modern, cutting edge education center of today. From its property entrance gates (to keep farm animals off the grounds), to the school songs that have become a tradition, this program has it all.
Tribute to 9/11
Join Kathy Barrus-Armstong, local Army Family Readiness Leader, for a Tribute to 911 in the History Education Center at BCRHM.