Mackinac Art Museum 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 Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum. 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 in the art museum, but accessibility to the outlet is limited.
• The restrooms inside The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum will remain open for your guests.
• To enter the main floor, guests will need to go up a flight of stairs to the second floor. If someone is unable to go up the stairs, then they will follow ramp around building to north entrance. There is elevator access inside to second floor.