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Muskegon Today
By the People, for the People
Muskegon Residents Invited to Shape Future of Heritage Landing Park
Community open house to gather feedback on waterfront park improvements
Apr. 18, 2026 at 2:10pm
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The community's vision will guide future improvements to Muskegon's cherished Heritage Landing park.Muskegon TodayMuskegon County is hosting a community open house on April 22 to gather input from residents, stakeholders, and park users on the future of Heritage Landing, a popular waterfront park in downtown Muskegon. The open house will provide an overview of the master planning process and offer interactive stations for attendees to share ideas and priorities for infrastructure, event functionality, public access, and long-term development of the site.
Why it matters
Heritage Landing serves as a central gathering place for many of Muskegon's major festivals, concerts, and community events. Gathering public feedback is crucial to ensuring the park's master plan reflects the needs and aspirations of local residents and partners as the site is positioned for long-term success.
The details
The open house will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22 at the Boys & Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the master planning process, share ideas, and provide input to guide future improvements to the park. The planning effort is being led by SmithGroup of Madison, Wisconsin, in partnership with Muskegon County.
- The open house is scheduled for Wednesday, April 22, 2026 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- The Heritage Landing master planning process is currently underway.
The players
Muskegon County
The local government entity hosting the community open house and leading the Heritage Landing master planning process.
SmithGroup
A Madison, Wisconsin-based planning firm partnering with Muskegon County to develop the Heritage Landing master plan.
Mark Eisenbarth
Muskegon County administrator, who emphasized the importance of community input in shaping the future of Heritage Landing.
What they’re saying
“This is an opportunity for everyone who uses and values Heritage Landing — whether for festivals, recreation or simply enjoying the waterfront — to help shape its future.”
— Mark Eisenbarth, Muskegon County Administrator
“Community input is critical to ensuring the master plan reflects the needs and aspirations of our residents and partners.”
— Mark Eisenbarth, Muskegon County Administrator
What’s next
Following the April 22 open house, additional opportunities for public input will be made available as the Heritage Landing master planning process continues.
The takeaway
By actively engaging the Muskegon community in shaping the future of Heritage Landing, the county is ensuring the park remains a vibrant, inclusive, and well-utilized public space that serves the diverse needs of residents and visitors alike.
