“Iconic Mackinac” Open House and Reception

The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum Mackinac Island

Grand opening and awards reception for the 2025 juried art exhibition at The Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum, Iconic Mackinac. Co-sponsored by Mackinac Associates, the Mackinac Arts Council, and Mackinac State Historic Parks. #thisismackinac The theme for the 2025 juried art exhibition is Iconic Mackinac. 150 years ago the many of icons of […]

Summer Solstice Discovery Walk

Mackinac Island State Park Mackinac Island

Join a naturalist to explore Mackinac Island's trails on the longest day of the year! Meet on the deck of the Milliken Nature Center at Arch Rock where we’ll begin a meandering stroll covering about 1.5 miles. Along the way, we'll look for wonders of all sizes as we encounter special plants, animals, and geological […]

Event Series Civil War at Mackinac Weekend

Civil War at Mackinac Weekend

Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MI

In 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 […]

Event Series Civil War at Mackinac Weekend

Civil War at Mackinac Weekend

Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MI

In 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 […]

Welcome to Mackinac National Park, a Mackinac National Park: 150 Event

Mackinac Island State Park Mackinac Island

Mackinac National Park was created in 1875 as the United States' second national park, three years after Yellowstone. What were some features of the national park? Why did the park get created? Join Interpretation Coordinator Jack Swartzinski for a guided bike ride through the former Mackinac National Park to learn about how Mackinac National Park […]

A Star Spangled Fourth of July

Fort Mackinac Mackinac Island, MI

The 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 […]