Memorial Day Observance
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MIA brief and informal Memorial Day observance to pay tribute to the soldiers who served at Fort Mackinac. Soldiers will assemble at 8:30 a.m. at Fort Mackinac, march to the cemetery, perform a short ceremony and salute, and return to the fort. (always on Memorial Day – May 29, 2023)
Fort Michilimackinac Reenactment
Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw CityThe Fort Michilimackinac Reenactment recreates events that took place between the French, British and Native tribes of the Straits Area on June 2, 1763. Presented by a Mackinaw City community group. Admission to the reenactment is free. Access to Colonial Michilimackinac requires the purchase of a regular admission ticket.
American Fur Co. Store & Dr. Beaumont Museum Open for the Season
American Fur Co. Store & Dr. Beaumont Museum Market & Fort Streets, Mackinac Island, MI, United StatesMackinac's Medical Miracle. Open for the 2023 season on June 3! Included with a Fort Mackinac or Historic Downtown Mackinac ticket. #thisismackinac
McGulpin House Open for the Season
McGulpin House Market and Fort Streets, Mackinac Island, MI, United StatesThe McGulpin House, possibly Mackinac's oldest residential structure, opens for the 2023 season on June 3! Admission included with a Fort Mackinac or Historic Downtown Mackinac ticket. #thisismackinac
British Landing Nature Center Opening Day
British Landing Nature Center Mackinac IslandTake the bike ride around M-185 and stop at British Landing to learn about the plants and wildlife that call Mackinac Island home. Talked to a naturalist, read the interpretive panels, and explore the exhibits. Free admission. #thisismackinac
The King’s Birth-day Celebration
Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw CityAn annual highlight for the British soldiers and civilians at Michilimackinac, King George III's official birthday on June 4 was marked by toasts, dinners and salutes. Join the interpretive staff at Michilimackinac as they celebrate this most British of holidays with artillery fire, drinks and treats, and other special programs. Included with regular Colonial Michilimackinac […]
