Biddle House Private Events

Guidelines

• A Mackinac State Historic Parks representative will be available throughout the private event to answer questions about the historic site.
• Decorations must not in any way be affixed to, or otherwise endanger, museum buildings or collections. No tape and tacks of any type may be used to install decorations. Signage cannot be hung on the walls or within any windows.
• It is the responsibility of the group to designate an individual to remove any decorations or other items immediately following the reservation; otherwise, the items will be removed and discarded by Mackinac State Historic Park staff. Mackinac State Historic Parks will not take the responsibility for storage of any items before or after the scheduled date.
• Any special equipment brought onto a Mackinac State Historic Parks site must be approved prior to the day of the event. This includes lighting or amplifications systems.
• Due to Mackinac State Historic Parks’ mission of preserving the natural integrity of the state park, only acoustic music is allowed. Use of amplification and sound systems must be approved by the Group Travel and Special Events Coordinator. Volume will be monitored by the Park Manager.
• Properly licensed caterers are welcome at the Biddle House. Excessive alcohol consumption within MSHP buildings and grounds is strictly prohibited.
• “No Smoking” policy is enforced for all Mackinac State Historic Parks buildings and grounds.
• Electricity is available at the Biddle House, but accessibility to the outlet is limited.
• There are no restrooms at the Biddle House. The nearest restrooms are located behind the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau information building, or at the Mackinac Island State Park Visitor’s Center.
• The historic nature of the downtown buildings features some narrow doorways. Some elements are outdoors on a crushed gravel pathway as well.