Feathers Over Mackinac (1889–1891) More than 230 species of birds have been recorded on Mackinac Island and in the surrounding straits region. Here, we take a look at some detailed observations that a summer resident and ornithologist made in 1893. Read More »
Another season of archaeology underway! The 66th consecutive season of archaeology at Colonial Michilimackinac is underway! Read More »
Army Marksmanship at Fort Mackinac 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. Read More »
Timber for Mission Church, April 1830 Have you ever wondered how they got lumber over to the island to construct buildings such as Mission Church? Read More »
Marchand De Lignery and the Voyageurs We’ve long interpreted Michilimackinac in the 1770s, at the end of the British period of occupation. However, Michilimackinac was occupied by the French for more than 40 years. Here’s a story about its rocky beginning in this area. Read More »
A New Gown at Michilimackinac The clothes our historic interpreters wear are a major part in telling the story the historic residents of the Straits of Mackinac. A lot of research goes into making these outfits accurate, and here’s a little peek at one of the new outfits you’ll find in Colonial Michilimackinac this summer: Read More »
