Fort Mackinac
Movie in the Fort
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MISettle in under the stars inside iconic Fort Mackinac and enjoy The Wizard of Oz on the big screen. Bring a blanket or chair and your favorite snack. Movie begins at dusk, closer to 10:00 p.m. This is a free event! #thisismackinac
War of 1812 Weekend
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MIAfter losing Fort Mackinac and failing to take it back during the War of 1812, American soldiers returned to Fort Mackinac in 1815. These soldiers not only played an important role in post-war relations with the community of Mackinac Island and British Canada but also left their mark by constructing new buildings at Fort Mackinac […]
War of 1812 Weekend
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MIAfter losing Fort Mackinac and failing to take it back during the War of 1812, American soldiers returned to Fort Mackinac in 1815. These soldiers not only played an important role in post-war relations with the community of Mackinac Island and British Canada but also left their mark by constructing new buildings at Fort Mackinac […]
Civil War at Mackinac Weekend
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MIIn the summer of 1862 Fort Mackinac held a new title: political prison. Join reenactors portraying the “Stanton Guard,” the company mustered to guard the prisoners, as they present special programming throughout the weekend at the fort. All special programs are included with regular admission to Fort Mackinac. ABOUT FORT MACKINAC: The cannon blasts, the […]
A Star Spangled Fourth of July
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MIThe historic island fort is decked out in patriotic finery with banners, flags and bunting. It is an 1880’s Independence Day, with 38-gun salutes honoring the states of the period and children’s games. Guests join the party and participate in games on the fort parade ground. Don’t miss out on this all 1880s Independence Day […]
Vintage Base Ball
Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MIA vintage game of “base ball” as it was meant to be played, barehanded and by gentlemen’s rules on the old Fort Mackinac ball field behind Fort Mackinac, the oldest continually used ball field in Michigan. Learn an old-fashioned cheer, watch players fined for smoking cigars on the field, and enjoy a good old-fashioned rivalry! […]
