Music in the Park, presented by Mackinac Arts Council

Mackinac Island State Park Mackinac Island

From the Arts Council: "With a spectacular backdrop, our summer concert series takes place on the lawn of a National Historic Landmark, Marquette Park, which is at the foothills of Historic Fort Mackinac downtown across from the marina. Bring a picnic and tune in for some great live folk, rock, country, blues—the best of Americana. […]

Hidden Histories: Marriage and the British Army

Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw City

As part of the Mackinac Parks: 125 festivities, we want to explore elements of Colonial Michilimackinac's history and culture that are not currently well-represented in interpretive programming and exhibits. This walking tour/discussion will focus on marriage and the British army. and will be led by historian(s) from Mackinac State Historic Parks. This is a free […]

British Landing Nature Programs – Tree Identification

British Landing Nature Center Mackinac Island

Learn how to identify various trees on Mackinac Island and the different purposes they have for the animals as well as people. It will be a short 20 minute hike through the British Landing Trail. The group will be making a stop at Friendship's Alter as well. Meet in front of the British Landing Nature […]

British Landing Nature Programs – Scat Identification

British Landing Nature Center Mackinac Island

Learn how to identify different scat left by various animals in Michigan. Learn how to figure out what the animal ate last. Do you know the difference between buck and doe scat? You will! Program will take place at the podium and bench area adjacent to the south side of the British Landing Nature.Seating is […]

Island History Series: Archaeology on Mackinac Island

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

Archaeological excavations have been carried out around Mackinac Island since the 1960s, including sites on Custer Road, Wawashkamo Golf Club, and Fort Mackinac. Join Mackinac State Historic Parks Curator of Archaeology Dr. Lynn Evans as she explores the archaeological history of Mackinac Island. The presentation will take place in the Station 256 Conference Room, located […]

British Landing Nature Programs – Tree Identification

British Landing Nature Center Mackinac Island

Learn how to identify various trees on Mackinac Island and the different purposes they have for the animals as well as people. It will be a short 20 minute hike through the British Landing Trail. The group will be making a stop at Friendship's Alter as well. Meet in front of the British Landing Nature […]