That flashy paint job on a sports car may look cool, but there’s a lot more that goes into a finish than looks. So, what else does finishing do besides look good? And how do manufacturers choose colors and come up with those crazy names like Jeep’s “Punk’n Metallic” or Ford’s “Mischievous Purple” Mustang? Through hands-on experiments and projects, guest speakers, and a plant tour, campers will learn about the various types of industrial finishing including electrocoating, liquid coating, powder...

Calling all truck lovers, big and small! 🚧✨ Get ready for a hands-on evening full of excitement as Hackley Park transforms into a showcase of massive machines and mighty vehicles! From fire trucks and police cruisers to dump trucks, garbage trucks, construction vehicles, and more — you’ll have the chance to explore, learn, and even climb aboard these awesome rigs! 🧠 Sensory-Friendly Time: Join us early from 6:00 – 6:30 PM for a quieter, sensory-friendly experience designed for those who prefer...

Make some noise for the businesses and workers of West Michigan! Bring the family, earplugs, and an appetite for big trucks, ice cream and giveaways. Give a few hours of your Labor Day to honor and celebrate our local workforce which has built one of the best places to live in the entire country! PARADE 9:15am: Parade begins! Trucks depart MillerKnoll in Zeeland 9:15am – approx. 9:45am: Trucks travel the parade route Approx. 9:45am: Trucks arrive at The Holland Civic Center Place! HOLLAND CIVIC...

Get hands-on and learn about trucks! Touch a Truck returns for its second year at Windmill Island Gardens as a family-friendly event where truck enthusiasts of all ages, kids and adults alike, can explore a variety of vehicles that go! This popular event will include emergency vehicles, construction trucks, utility trucks, and more! We will host a siren-free & sensory friendly time from 9:30am-11:00am and after that, all the lights and sirens will go intermittently throughout the duration of the...