
Civilian Conservation Corps on Mackinac Island
In March 1933, President Roosevelt formed the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). From 1933 to 1938, the CCC had a camp on Mackinac Island.

In March 1933, President Roosevelt formed the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). From 1933 to 1938, the CCC had a camp on Mackinac Island.

There are moments in history you read about. And then there are moments you feel.

What did we acquire in 2025? Read on to find out!

By October, autumn on Mackinac Island is in full splendor, and the island has attracted visitors to gaze in its autumnal beauty for hundreds of years. Author Constance Fenimore Woolson, for instance, wrote of the “gorgeous autumn tints on the trees.”

Have an interest in the blacksmith shop on the island? Love the black-powder weapons programs at Fort Mackinac and Colonial Michilimackinac? Ever wondered how you can help out? Learn more here:

Remember the end of “Raiders of the Lost Ark” as the Ark of the Covenant is being wheeled into the giant warehouse for storage? Want to know how that relates to a three-year project concluding at Mackinac State Historic Parks? Read on:

William Whistler joined the United States Army in 1801 and served for more than 60 years, including three stints at Fort Mackinac. Today we take a dive into our collection and look at two fine pistols that belonged to Whistler.

Let’s revisit an article originally posted in 1875 exploring the newly created Mackinac National Park.

As we commemorate the 150th anniversary, let’s revisit an article titled “Beautiful Mackinac,” originally published June 4, 1875, to celebrate Mackinac National Park.