Event Series Shakespeare in the Park

Shakespeare in the Park

Marquette Park

Presented by the Starling Shakespeare Company. The company will present alternating shows throughout the month - more information to come. Performances are in Marquette Park. Rain location is Mission Point Theater.

Event Series Lost Rocks & Mackinac Millstones

Lost Rocks & Mackinac Millstones

Historic Mill Creek Mackinaw City

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 Creek. Our millstones were hewn from “lost rocks,” boulders deposited by glaciers thousands of years ago. Learn what evidence of milling has been found here, […]

Event Series Shakespeare in the Park

Shakespeare in the Park

Marquette Park

Presented by the Starling Shakespeare Company. The company will present alternating shows throughout the month - more information to come. Performances are in Marquette Park. Rain location is Mission Point Theater.

Event Series Michilimackinac Fire at Night

Michilimackinac Fire at Night

Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw City

This will be one of the coolest things you see all summer. Experience the power of Michilimackinac’s weapons at night. Gates open at 9:00 p.m. Rifle firing will start at dusk; cannon firing will be after dark. This is a free event; donations welcome. #thisismackinac Event also takes place August 31.

Event Series Artist-in-Residence Program

Artist-in-Residence Program

The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum Mackinac Island

Join our resident artist for a free program detailing work done during the artist residency. This is a free program held at the Station 256 Conference Room, located above the Mackinac Island State Park Visitor's Center. Schedule or resident artists to be posted in late winter, 2025. ABOUT THE ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM: The Mackinac State Historic […]

September Stroll to Arch Rock

Mackinac Island State Park Mackinac Island

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 savor summer wonders and look for early signs of autumn, including migrating songbirds. At Arch Rock, enjoy one of the island’s most spectacular views and […]