Artist-in-Residence Workshop with Author and Journalist Amy Haimerl

Station 256 Conference Room Above the MISP Visitor's Center, Mackinac Island

Amy Haimerl will host a workshop that is a mix of presentation and "Ask Me Anything" about how media works. Haimerl will present a warp speed history of media, from cave walls to TikTok. Then the group will discuss how changes in distribution have detached media from community and how those changes impact newspapers and […]

Equinox Audience with Forest King

Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MI

A towering white pine, Forest King marked the trail to Arch Rock a century ago. On this date in 1889, Mackinac’s ancient trees harbored the last flock of Passenger Pigeons ever seen on Mackinac Island. During this walk with Park Naturalist, Kyle Bagnall, we’ll search for today’s forest giants and listen for secrets they tell. […]

Arch Rock by Moonlight

Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MI

Experience Arch Rock by the light of the full moon on a free guided walk with Park Naturalist, Kyle Bagnall. Meet at the Avenue of Flags (behind Fort Mackinac) for a walk down the botanical trail. We’ll arrive in time to watch the full moon rise from the east through Arch Rock, illuminating the Straits […]

Autumn Trail Day at Historic Mill Creek

Historic Mill Creek Mackinaw City

By mid-October, the North Woods have transformed into a vibrant autumn tapestry of copper, gold and crimson. Bring a camera, binoculars, or your own favorite way to enjoy 3.5 miles of trails along the banks of Mill Creek. Staff will be on hand to answer questions, guide your way, and tell stories around a campfire […]

Fort Mackinac Opening Day

Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MI

Mackinac Island's iconic Fort Mackinac opens for the 2024 season with a cannon blast at 9am! #thisismackinac

Mackinac Island State Park Visitor’s Center Opening Day

Mackinac Island State Park Visitor's Center 7165 Main Street, Mackinac Island, MI, United States

The Mackinac Island State Park Visitor's Center, located on Main Street, opens for the 2024 season! #thisismackinac