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?
As we commemorate the 150th anniversary, let’s revisit an article titled “Beautiful Mackinac,” originally published June 4, 1875, to celebrate Mackinac National Park.
It’s spring, and while many people think of gardening, archaeologists think of excavating. The 2025 archaeological field season at Colonial Michilimackinac has begun! Get re-acquainted with the dig site here:
Over the past two centuries, dozens of amateur and professional botanists have documented the rich natural history of Mackinac Island. To date, about 600 species of wild plants have been identified on Mackinac Island, including 270 wildflowers. Read on to learn more.
Calligrapher Jane Ewing will give a PowerPoint presentation, The Fine Art of Calligraphy, to share their knowledge of and spark interest in the evolution and practice of calligraphy and to
Join botanical artist Cara Cummings for a free program at the Station 256 Conference Room, located above the Mackinac Island State Park Visitor’s Center. Welcome and Introduction -Brief personal introduction
‘The Role of Needlework Samplers in Early American Femail Education’ will discuss a brief history of needlework and how it went from a daily activity based on need, to an
This two-hour workshop will introduce participants to the natural power and beauty of water using watercolor paints and inks on paper, in both a traditional and a non-tradition approach. After
Theater artist Kamryn Marck will host a program at the Station 256 Conference Room, located above the Mackinac Island State Park Visitor’s Center. More information to come soon!
