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Memorial Day Observance
Memorial Day Observance
A 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.
Fort Michilimackinac Reenactment
Fort Michilimackinac Reenactment
The 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.
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American Fur Co. Store & Dr. Beaumont Museum Opening Day
American Fur Co. Store & Dr. Beaumont Museum Opening Day
Learn all about Mackinac's medical miracle as we celebrate opening day! #thisismackinac
McGulpin House Opening Day
McGulpin House Opening Day
Explore what is possibly Mackinac's oldest residence as celebrate opening day! #thisismackinac
British Landing Nature Center Opening Day
British Landing Nature Center Opening Day
On your way around M-185 include the British Landing Nature Center to learn more about the plants and animals that call Mackinac Island home. #thisismackinac
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The King’s Birth-day Celebration
The King’s Birth-day Celebration
An 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. All special programs included with […]
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Michigan Governor’s Summer Residence Tours
Michigan Governor’s Summer Residence Tours
Explore the Governor’s Summer Residence on Mackinac Island on select Wednesdays June through August. Built in 1902 as a private summer cottage by Lawrence A. Young, it has served as the Governor’s summer Residence since 1945. The residence was listed in the Michigan Register of Historic Places in October 1975. In November 1997, the house […]
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Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 7 - June 16 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival! #thisismackinac
Lilac Festival Queen Coronation
Lilac Festival Queen Coronation
Presented by the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau. Join us in beautiful Marquette Park at the Father Marquette statue for music from the Grand Hotel orchestra and for the crowning of the 2024 Lilac Festival queen. #thisismackinac #mymackinac
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Mackinac Island Lilac Festival Run & Walk
Mackinac Island Lilac Festival Run & Walk
Help kick off the 74th Mackinac Island Lilac Festival with a great morning race to enjoy the early season beauty on the island. The course will provide you with the tree-covered paved roads through the center of the Island, and tremendous lake views with the Mackinac Bridge on the horizon. This is certainly a race […]
Maritime Michilimackinac
Maritime Michilimackinac
Colonial Michilimackinac was a major hub for the Great Lakes Fur Trade, and its location where Lakes Michigan and Huron meet was crucial to its success. This special event will focus on Michilimackinac’s maritime history. Join the interpretive staff as they discuss and demonstrate the many different ways Michilimackinac’s historic residents interacted with and worked […]
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 7 - June 16 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival! #thisismackinac
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Lilacs and Warblers Walk
Lilacs and Warblers Walk
Birders of all ages will enjoy this unique guided adventure, searching for spring songbirds during the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival. Meet naturalist Kyle Bagnall in Marquette Park at the statue of Father Marquette. Amidst thousands of fragrant lilac blossoms, we’ll stroll through the park, then up the hill, looking for migrating warblers, raptors overhead, and […]
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 7 - June 16 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival! #thisismackinac
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Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 7 - June 16 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival! #thisismackinac
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Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 7 - June 16 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival! #thisismackinac
Creating the Village of Mackinac Island
Creating the Village of Mackinac Island
Join us for a guided tour going through the creation of the village of Mackinac in the 1780s. This guided tour, led by Mackinac State Historic Parks’ Interpretation Coordinator Jack Swartzinski, will take guests through downtown Mackinac Island, laying out how the Village of Mackinac came to be, contrasting current locations with how they would […]
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Michigan Governor’s Summer Residence Tours
Michigan Governor’s Summer Residence Tours
Explore the Governor’s Summer Residence on Mackinac Island on select Wednesdays June through August. Built in 1902 as a private summer cottage by Lawrence A. Young, it has served as the Governor’s summer Residence since 1945. The residence was listed in the Michigan Register of Historic Places in October 1975. In November 1997, the house […]
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 7 - June 16 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival! #thisismackinac
Mackinac in the 1830s Tour
Mackinac in the 1830s Tour
Guests will experience a short walking tour of downtown Mackinac Island discussing the community in the 1830s and highlighting the role of the Mackinac Indian Agency, Fort Mackinac, the American Fur Company, and more. The tour will begin in front of The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum and end at the Biddle House, […]
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Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 7 - June 16 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival! #thisismackinac
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Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 7 - June 16 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival! #thisismackinac
The History of the Anishnaabek at the Straits in the Early 1800s
The History of the Anishnaabek at the Straits in the Early 1800s
Join Eric Hemenway, Director of Archives and Records for the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians, for a program detailing the history of the Anishnaabek at the Straits during the early 1800s at the Biddle House on Mackinac Island. Exhibits at the Biddle House will also be open during the presentation. This is a […]
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Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 7 - June 16 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival! #thisismackinac
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Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum
Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 7 - June 16 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival! #thisismackinac
Lilac Festival Grand Parade
Lilac Festival Grand Parade
Finish off the week of festivities from the Lilac Festival with the Grand Parade which will go down M-185 into downtown. Parade starts with a special cannon salute from Fort Mackinac. Keep an eye out for the Fort Mackinac soldiers and Mackinac State Historic Parks float! #thisismackinac
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Michigan Governor’s Summer Residence Tours
Michigan Governor’s Summer Residence Tours
Explore the Governor’s Summer Residence on Mackinac Island on select Wednesdays June through August. Built in 1902 as a private summer cottage by Lawrence A. Young, it has served as the Governor’s summer Residence since 1945. The residence was listed in the Michigan Register of Historic Places in October 1975. In November 1997, the house […]
“Mackinac Rocks!” Open House and Reception
“Mackinac Rocks!” Open House and Reception
Grand opening and awards reception for the 2024 juried art exhibition at The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum, Mackinac Rocks! Co-sponsored by Mackinac Associates, the Mackinac Arts Council, and Mackinac State Historic Parks. #thisismackinac From looking in wonder at the natural curiosity that is Arch Rock to skipping rocks at Windermere Point, to maybe enjoying […]
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Civil War at Mackinac Weekend
Civil War at Mackinac Weekend
In the summer of 1862 Fort Mackinac held a new title: political prison. Join reenactors portraying the “Stanton Guard,” the company mustered to guard the prisoners, as they present special programming throughout the weekend at the fort. All special programs are included with regular admission to Fort Mackinac. #thisismackinac SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Posted soon!
G. Mennen Williams Mackinac Celebration
G. Mennen Williams Mackinac Celebration
Mackinac Associates‘ annual G. Mennen Williams Celebration brings together lovers of Mackinac to recognize the outstanding support and efforts of Mackinac State Historic Parks’ friends group. The event will be graciously hosted at the residence of Jeff and Christine Steiner in the Hubbard's Annex on Mackinac Island. This is a Members Only event. Head to […]
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Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Today’s nature programs at Historic Mill Creek feature amazing animals of the North Woods. We’ll peek at what’s swimming in the mill pond, find signs of life along the forest floor, and watch for birds overhead. Guided trail walks lead to fresh beaver activity along the creek as we look and listen for other wonders. […]
Civil War at Mackinac Weekend
Civil War at Mackinac Weekend
In the summer of 1862 Fort Mackinac held a new title: political prison. Join reenactors portraying the “Stanton Guard,” the company mustered to guard the prisoners, as they present special programming throughout the weekend at the fort. All special programs are included with regular admission to Fort Mackinac. #thisismackinac SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Posted soon!
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Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Today’s nature programs at Historic Mill Creek feature amazing animals of the North Woods. We’ll peek at what’s swimming in the mill pond, find signs of life along the forest floor, and watch for birds overhead. Guided trail walks lead to fresh beaver activity along the creek as we look and listen for other wonders. […]
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Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Today’s nature programs at Historic Mill Creek feature amazing animals of the North Woods. We’ll peek at what’s swimming in the mill pond, find signs of life along the forest floor, and watch for birds overhead. Guided trail walks lead to fresh beaver activity along the creek as we look and listen for other wonders. […]
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Michigan Governor’s Summer Residence Tours
Michigan Governor’s Summer Residence Tours
Explore the Governor’s Summer Residence on Mackinac Island on select Wednesdays June through August. Built in 1902 as a private summer cottage by Lawrence A. Young, it has served as the Governor’s summer Residence since 1945. The residence was listed in the Michigan Register of Historic Places in October 1975. In November 1997, the house […]
Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Today’s nature programs at Historic Mill Creek feature amazing animals of the North Woods. We’ll peek at what’s swimming in the mill pond, find signs of life along the forest floor, and watch for birds overhead. Guided trail walks lead to fresh beaver activity along the creek as we look and listen for other wonders. […]
Artist-in-Residence Workshop
Artist-in-Residence Workshop
Join our resident artist for a free workshop. Details posted soon! Workshop to be held in the Station 256 Conference room, located above the Mackinac Island State Park Visitor’s Center. This is a free workshop! #thisismackinac June 12 – Rug braiding with multimedia artist Jillian Blackwell June 26 – Island Echoes: Exploring the Sonic Canvasses […]
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Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Today’s nature programs at Historic Mill Creek feature amazing animals of the North Woods. We’ll peek at what’s swimming in the mill pond, find signs of life along the forest floor, and watch for birds overhead. Guided trail walks lead to fresh beaver activity along the creek as we look and listen for other wonders. […]
Music in the Park, Presented by Mackinac Arts Council
Music in the Park, Presented by Mackinac Arts Council
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. […]
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Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Today’s nature programs at Historic Mill Creek feature amazing animals of the North Woods. We’ll peek at what’s swimming in the mill pond, find signs of life along the forest floor, and watch for birds overhead. Guided trail walks lead to fresh beaver activity along the creek as we look and listen for other wonders. […]
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Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek
Today’s nature programs at Historic Mill Creek feature amazing animals of the North Woods. We’ll peek at what’s swimming in the mill pond, find signs of life along the forest floor, and watch for birds overhead. Guided trail walks lead to fresh beaver activity along the creek as we look and listen for other wonders. […]
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