The Block

Revenue, expenses, and employee compensationIRS Form 990 totals for revenue, expenses, and employee compensation (salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits).

Mission Statement

The Block's mission is to be Muskegon's musical third place. Sociologist Ray Oldenburg coined the term "third places" for venues that are anchors of community life and broader, creative interaction. We fulfill that mission through thoughtful and varied program curation that attracts a diverse audience; hands-on music education activities for young people; and by making the space available for free or at cost to community groups. Located in downtown Muskegon, The Block is a modern, intimate performance space in a restored 1890 building that formerly housed the community's first YMCA. It boasts state of the art lighting, sound and electronic equipment. Its 12-concert core series includes classical chamber music by members of West Michigan Symphony; and jazz, folk and world music featuring artists from Michigan and the surrounding Midwest.