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Tag: John F. Kennedy

Michigan Governor ‘Soapy’ Williams, A Champion for Mackinac

The G. Mennen Williams Mackinac Celebration is the kickoff to the events season for our friends group Mackinac Associates, named in honor of former Governor G. Mennen “Soapy” Williams. But who was Gov. Williams and why is he important to Mackinac State Historic Parks?

Three adults and a child in a black and white photograph.

What’s in a Name?

Mackinac Associates, the friends group for Mackinac State Historic Parks, hosts several member events. Two are named after prominent Mackinac figures. Why? And who?