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National Lighthouse Day: Celebrating the ‘Castle on the Straits’

August 7 @ 9:00 am - 5:30 pm EDT

Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse has served as a point in the storm and guiding beacon on the Straits of Mackinac for more than 130 years. On this National Lighthouse Day, join the interpretive staff of Old Mackinac Point for special programs celebrating the “Castle on the Straits.” All special programs included with regular admission.

August 7 Schedule of Events:
**NOTE: Tower Tours have limited capacity and some rules apply. Check for tickets at the Fog Signal Museum Store**
9:00 a.m. Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Open for the Day
9:30 a.m. Tower Tour**
10:00 a.m. Fog Signal Demonstration
10:30 a.m. Tower Tour**
11:00 a.m. Tower Tour** and Life at Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Tour
12:00 p.m. Lemonade and Yard Games
1:00 p.m. Tower Tour** and Inspecting a Lighthouse Program
1:30 p.m. Tower Tour**
2:00 p.m. Archaeology at Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
2:30 p.m. Tower Tour**
3:00 p.m. Tower Tour** and Lighthouses of the Straits Tour
3:30 p.m. Tower Tour*
4:00 p.m. Fog Signal Whistle Demonstration
4:30 p.m. Tower Tour**
5:00 p.m. Tower Tour**
5:30 p.m. Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Closed for the Day

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Venue

Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
Mackinaw City, + Google Map
Phone
906-847-3328
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Organizer

Mackinac State Historic Parks
Phone
906-847-3328
Email
mackinacparks@michigan.gov
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Ticket Description
Adult: $10.75; Child (5-12): $7.50; Four and Under: Free