Fort Mackinac
War of 1812 Bike Ride
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MILearn more about the War of 1812 and the battle of Mackinac Island on this guided bike ride to the 1814 battlefield on Mackinac Island. Meet at the Avenue of Flags at Fort Mackinac. Participants must provide their own bikes. This event is provided by donation.
A Star Spangled Fourth of July
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MIThe 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 […]
Movie in the Fort
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MISettle in under the stars inside iconic Fort Mackinac and enjoy a movie on the big screen. Movie title coming soon. Bring a blanket or chair and your favorite snack. This is a free event. #thisismackinac
Memorial Day Observance
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MIA 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. (always on Memorial Day – May 29, 2023)
Fort Mackinac Open for the Season
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MIIconic Fort Mackinac opens for the 2023 season on May 4. See why the fort is the highlight of any island visit. #thisismackinac
Fort Mackinac Then and Now
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MIMackinac State Historic Parks is fortunate to have an ever-expanding collection of original objects related to the sites we preserve and interpret. These objects help us share the many stories of Mackinac with our visitors. One of the more unique pieces in the collection is an original photo album and scrapbook assembled by Edward Pratt, […]
