In the early 1970s, the Mackinac Island State Park Commission decided to reconstruct “Welcome,” a trading vessel originally built in the mid-1770s. A small boat to accompany the sloop was also built, and it’s now back home. Read on:
As the idea for Mackinac National Park was being debated in the Senate and House in the mid-1870s, the idea had a few factors working in its favor: one, the
Mackinac National Park was created in 1875. However, the question of how the amenities of such a park would be paid for persisted. One solution was to grant leaseholds on
Mackinac National Park was created in 1875 as the United States’ second national park, three years after Yellowstone. What were some features of the national park? Why did the park
Enjoy vibrant autumn colors and migrating songbirds on a guided hike with naturalist Kyle Bagnall. Meet at the parking lot, and we’ll explore about two miles of woodland trails at
A regular meeting of the Mackinac Island State Park Commission at the Post Hospital Administration Building, Mackinac Island.
Join naturalist Kyle Bagnall on a guided walk to search for Mackinac Island’s amazing evergreens. We’ll discover fragrant cedar and fir, towering spruce and pine, and prickly juniper on the
The summer season draws to a close in the North Woods. Join naturalist Kyle Bagnall for this easy guided stroll on the Mackinac Island Botanical Trail. Along the way, we’ll
While limestone formations are famous at Mackinac, other geological wonders lie hidden underfoot. This week, special programs highlight the grist mill which once ground grain into flour at Historic Mill
