Michilimackinac at Work: Labor and Trades
Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw CityMichilimackinac was a hardworking community in the 18th century. Voyageurs, blacksmiths, laundresses, clerks, and soldiers all plied their trades at the fort, employing both skilled and unskilled labor. Join the interpretive staff as they demonstrate a variety of tasks that made up the world of work at Michilimackinac in the 18th century. All special programs included […]
Mackinac – Our Famous Island, presented by Mackinac Arts Council
Center for the Arts Mackinac IslandDetroit Public TV and Mackinac State Historic Parks takes viewers along its many shores and trails to experience the natural beauty of the island, visit landmarks that reveal its earliest history and introduce the people who still work to preserve this special place. There is far more to this sacred island than horses and fudge, […]
Island History Series: View from the Veranda – History and Architecture of Mackinac Island’s Summer Cottages
Station 256 Conference Room Above the MISP Visitor's Center, Mackinac IslandJoin Mackinac State Historic Parks' Director Phil Porter for an inside look at the grand cottages of this uniquely Victorian island. During this presentation Porter will contrast fascinating historic photos of the cottages with modern portraits to describe the development, architecture and daily like of the summer cottage communities on Mackinac Island. Presented in the […]
Workshops at the Museum
The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum Mackinac IslandPresented by the Mackinac Arts Council. Join local and regional artists as they share their art expertise. 2020 workshops take place in Marquette Park on the lawn outside The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum. Supplies are provided, but you may also bring your own. Class sizes are limited - early registration is recommended […]
Movie in the Fort
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MISettle in under the stars at Fort Mackinac and enjoy A League of Their Own on the Parade Ground. Bring a blanket or a chair. This is a Mackinac Parks: 125 free event!
Movie by the Bridge
Michilimackinac State Park Mackinaw CityEnjoy A League of Their Own in Michilimackinac State Park in Mackinaw City with the Mackinac Bridge as your background. Bring a blanket or a chair. This is a Mackinac Parks: 125 free event!
