Fort Mackinac benefits from having several items in our collection – a physical representation that our guests see daily that we can translate to the present day. Take hats worn by Fort Mackinac soldiers, for instance.
Mackinac State Historic Parks’ collection pieces together the past like a puzzle by linking artifacts to moments somewhere in time in order to write the story of the island for the enjoyment of generations to come.
The natural wonders of Mackinac Island have drawn people to its rocky shores for thousands of years. There are stories of fantastic discoveries as well – including, perhaps, most enticing of all – tales of large caverns beneath the island’s surface.
We’re excited to introduce you to three of the hardest-working members of the Mackinac State Historic Parks team – Holiday, Dex, and Doug.
You’ve heard of the Battle of Mackinac Island, but have you heard of the Cattle of Mackinac Island? This is their story.
Have you ever wondered how they got lumber over to the island to construct buildings such as Mission Church?
While American history is full of stories and legends of soldiers and civilians skillfully using their muskets and rifles in the heat of battle or some other dramatic event, the truth is that most people in the 1800s had little-to-no experience in long-range shooting or even basic firearm skills. This included the army.
There are many things that make Mackinac Island special. The 125-year old ban on automobiles may be at the top of the list.
We’ve compiled five our favorite hikes with a little insider info to make your next visit to Mackinac Island State Park even better!
