A Star Spangled Fourth of July Posted March 26, 2020 The historic island fort is decked out in patriotic finery with banners, flags and bunting. It is an 1880’s Independence Day, with 38-gun salutes honoring the states of the period and children’s games. Guests join the party and participate in games on the fort parade ground. Don’t miss out on this all 1880s Independence Day as we have catch and baseball available on the parade ground to go along with foot races and sack races, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, the raising of the colors, the national salute (38 rifle blasts for the 38 states of the 1880s!), a cannon salute, and much more! Games will be available on the parade ground beginning at 3:30 p.m. Special programming will take place at 4:00 p.m. The Tea Room Restaurant, operated by Grand Hotel, is open all day serving snacks, sweets, and beverages, and will have full lunch service from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All special programming is included with regular admission to Fort Mackinac. #thisismackinac
Fire at Night – Fort Mackinac Rifles and Cannon Posted March 26, 2020 See the flash of the fire when Fort Mackinac has rifle and cannon firings in the evening. Sunsets from Fort Mackinac are truly spectacular, and what better way to watch the sun set over the Mackinac Bridge than a celebratory cannon shot to go with it. A free Mackinac Parks: 125 event!
G. Mennen Williams Mackinac Celebration Posted March 26, 2020 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. Location on Mackinac Island TBD. This is a Members Only event. Head to the Mackinac Associates website for information on how to join.
Hidden Histories: The Enslaved Community at Michilimackinac Posted March 26, 2020 As part of the Mackinac Parks: 125 festivities, we want to explore elements of Colonial Michilimackinac’s history and culture that are not currently well-represented in interpretive programming and exhibits. This walking tour/discussion will focus on the enslaved community at Michilimackinac, and will be led by historian(s) from Mackinac State Historic Parks. This is a free event.
‘A Mackinac Day’ Open House and Reception Posted March 26, 2020 “A Mackinac Day” will be celebrated with awards and a reception outside The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum. This event is open and free to the public. Co-sponsored by Mackinac Associates and the Mackinac Arts Council. There’s always something special about being able to spend a day on Mackinac. The sun seems to shine a little brighter. The sky seems a little bluer. Even days where things don’t go to plan can seem perfect. Everybody has their “Mackinac Day.” We encourage artists working in all media to share with us their artistic visions of what A Mackinac Day means to them.
Summer Stargazing Posted March 26, 2020 Join a Mackinac Island park ranger for a constellation program showcasing the twinkling wonders of the night sky. Meet at the Fort Mackinac Avenue of Flags for a guided hike with solar lights to Fort Holmes, the highest point on Mackinac Island. This is a Mackinac Parks: 125 free event!
Business After Hours, presented by Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce Posted March 26, 2020 Join the Mackinaw City business community for an evening of networking at Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. Enjoy tours of the lighthouse tower, explore the various exhibits, and enjoy one of the best views in northern Michigan. Presented by the Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce and Mackinac Associates. Tickets will be available through the chamber.
Island History Series: Moviemaking at Mackinac Posted March 26, 2020 Join Mackinac State Historic Parks Deputy Director Steve Brisson as he explores the movies made on Mackinac, like This Time For Keeps and Somewhere in Time. Presented at the Station 256 Conference Room above the historic Mackinac Island State Park Visitor’s Center. This is a free Mackinac Parks: 125 event!
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum Posted March 26, 2020 Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 10 – June 18 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival!
Complimentary Admission to the Mackinac Art Museum Posted March 26, 2020 Enjoy complimentary admission to The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum June 10 – June 18 as part of the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival!
