Colonial Michilimackinac
Colonial Michilimackinac Opening Day
Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw CityStep into Michilimackinac 1775: Outpost on the Edge, as Colonial Michilimackinac opens for the 2025 season. For Mackinac State Historic Parks, this is also the beginning of the America250 Celebration! Treasures from the past come to life at this 18th-century fort and fur trading village, reconstructed based on historic maps and more than 60 years […]
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. All special programs included with […]
Maritime Michilimackinac
Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw CityColonial 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 […]
Michilimackinac Fire at Night
Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw CityThis 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.
Maritime Michilimackinac
Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw CityColonial 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 […]
Moonlit Michilimackinac
Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw CityA rare opportunity to enjoy an evening at this 1770s fur trading village to watch the sunset over the Straits of Mackinac, talk with interpretive staff and learn about nighttime routines of the historic residents of Michilimackinac, and explore select buildings in the fort. This event is by donation. Gates open at 8:00 p.m. #thisismackinac
