Michilimackinac Archaeology 2024 Season Wrap-Up
The 2024 archaeological field season was concluded. What did we learn?
The 2024 archaeological field season was concluded. What did we learn?
We’re halfway through the 2024 archaeological field season, and we’ve met one of our major goals for the season. Learn more:
The clothes our historic interpreters wear are a major part in telling the story of the historic residents of the Straits of Mackinac. A lot of research goes into making these outfits accurate, and here’s a little peek at one of the new outfits you’ll find in Colonial Michilimackinac this summer.
Ongoing research has uncovered another fascinating story at Michilimackinac: the “Unlucky Affair” of Lt. James Hamilton and his stabbing. Intrigued? Learn more:
Most of us have had the experience of moving from one place to another, deciding what to take and what to discard. In the summer of 1781, the residents of Michilimackinac had the same experience.
In 2023 we accessioned 643 objects into our collection. Let’s learn about some!
Ongoing historical research and archaeological excavations form the backbone of our interpretive programs and exhibits. Every now and then we come across a mystery! Read more about a mystery of five soldiers from British Michilimackinac who switched sides during the American Revolution.
What can you expect in 2024? A lot! Read more:
Holiday traditions of the 17th and 18th centuries come to life at A Colonial Christmas at Colonial Michilimackinac in Mackinaw City!