Behind the Scenes: The Making of Colonial Michilimackinac
Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw CityPeel back the layers of history with us to reveal the beginnings of modern-day Colonial Michilimackinac. From an abandoned fort to a campground, the story of the making of Michilimackinac is as layered as its archaeological remains below. At the very center of this continuing story is YOU! Join us for a special after-hours tour […]
Artist-in-Residence Program with Photo-Based Artist Amber Dietz
Station 256 Conference Room Above the MISP Visitor's Center, Mackinac IslandPhoto-based artist Amber Dietz plans to share the history of the wet plate collodion process and its modern uses. In addition, Dietz will demonstrate how to make tintypes and ambrotypes using the wet plate collodion process. This hands-on demonstration will include how to use a large format 8X10 camera, allowing participants to look through the […]
Maritime Michilimackinac
Colonial Michilimackinac Mackinaw CityColonial Michilimackinac was a major hub for the Great Lakes Fur Trade, and its location where Lakes Michigan and Huron meet was crucial to its success. This special event will focus on Michilimackinac’s maritime history. Join the interpretive staff as they discuss and demonstrate the many different ways Michilimackinac’s historic residents interacted with and worked […]
Mackinac’s Forgotten Features Bicycle Tour
Mackinac Island State Park Mackinac IslandOn this guided bicycle tour, join Kyle Bagnall, Park Naturalist, as we search for features that are long lost, forgotten, or no longer exist today. Hear tales of Deer Park, Listening Hill, Dousman’s Distillery, Chimney Rock, Mount Humbard, Wishing Spring – and more! This journey starts behind at the Avenue of Flags, behind Fort Mackinac, […]
A Walk Through the Cemeteries of Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island State Park Mackinac IslandJoin us for an evening walk through the island’s cemeteries with Mackinac State Historic Parks’ Interpretation Coordinator, Jack Swartzinski. Jack will guide guests through the Catholic, Protestant, and Military cemeteries, explaining their history and pointing out historic graves in each. Meet at the Post Cemetery. This is a free tour – donations welcome. Wear comfortable […]
War of 1812 Bike Ride
Mackinac Island State Park Mackinac IslandLearn more about the War of 1812 and the battle of Mackinac Island on this guided bike ride to the 1814 battlefield on Mackinac Island. Meet at the Avenue of Flags at Fort Mackinac. Participants must provide their own bikes. This event is provided by donation. #thisismackinac
