Workshops in the Museum Posted July 6, 2021 Presented by the Mackinac Arts Council. Join local and regional artists as they share their art expertise. Workshops take place in Marquette Park on the lawn outside The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum. Supplies are provided, but you may also bring your own. Class sizes are limited – early registration is recommended through the Mackinac Arts Council. All workshops cost $20 per day unless otherwise noted. Discounts are available for students and Mackinac Island summer employees. Workshops are held after regular museum hours. Workshop Schedule: June 9 – Watercolor Lilacs June 22 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay (four week course – June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13) June 23 – Island Instagram with Sara Wright June 29 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 2 June 30 – Plein Air Painting with Maeve Croghan July 6 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 3 July 7 – Felting with Kim Clare July 13 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 4 July 14 – Plein Air Painting with Scott Kenyon July 21 – Island Instagram with Sara Wright August 3 – Printmaking with Cindy Hunter Morgan August 4 – Japanese Stab Binding August 10 – Theatre Techniques with Starling Shakespeare Co. August 11 – Rug Punch with Kim Clare August 18 – Watercolors with Megan Swoyer August 24 – Theatre Techniques with Starline Shakespeare Co. August 25 – Plein Air Painting with Maeve Croghan
A Star Spangled Fourth of July Posted July 4, 2021 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, performances of patriotic music, and Victorian children’s games. Guests join the party and participate in games on the fort parade ground. Included with regular admission to Fort Mackinac. #thisismackinac
Mackinac Associates Red, White & Blue Celebration Posted July 4, 2021 An annual private Independence Day reception for members of Mackinac Associates. Head to the Mackinac Associates website for information on how to join.
Music in the Park, Presented by Mackinac Arts Council Posted July 1, 2021 From the Arts Council: “With a spectacular backdrop, our summer concert series takes place on the lawn of a National Historic Landmark, Marquette Park, which is at the foothills of Historic Fort Mackinac downtown across from the marina. Bring a picnic and tune in for some great live folk, rock, country, blues—the best of Americana. All concerts are free. We recommend bringing a blanket or lawn chairs for your comfort.” Schedule of artists: July 1 – Mackinac’s Got Talent! July 8 – Olivia Dear July 15 – Rachel Davis (with Chimney Rock) July 22 – The Pistil Whips July 29 – The Accidentals (with Gabi June) August 5 – E Minor August 12 – The Ark Band August 19 – Mackinac’s Got Talent! Finals August 26 – Kari Lynch September 2 – Gin, Chocolate & Bottle Rockets
Workshops in the Museum Posted June 30, 2021 Presented by the Mackinac Arts Council. Join local and regional artists as they share their art expertise. Workshops take place in Marquette Park on the lawn outside The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum. Supplies are provided, but you may also bring your own. Class sizes are limited – early registration is recommended through the Mackinac Arts Council. All workshops cost $20 per day unless otherwise noted. Discounts are available for students and Mackinac Island summer employees. Workshops are held after regular museum hours. Workshop Schedule: June 9 – Watercolor Lilacs June 22 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay (four week course – June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13) June 23 – Island Instagram with Sara Wright June 29 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 2 June 30 – Plein Air Painting with Maeve Croghan July 6 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 3 July 7 – Felting with Kim Clare July 13 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 4 July 14 – Plein Air Painting with Scott Kenyon July 21 – Island Instagram with Sara Wright August 3 – Printmaking with Cindy Hunter Morgan August 4 – Japanese Stab Binding August 10 – Theatre Techniques with Starling Shakespeare Co. August 11 – Rug Punch with Kim Clare August 18 – Watercolors with Megan Swoyer August 24 – Theatre Techniques with Starline Shakespeare Co. August 25 – Plein Air Painting with Maeve Croghan
Workshops in the Museum Posted June 29, 2021 Presented by the Mackinac Arts Council. Join local and regional artists as they share their art expertise. Workshops take place in Marquette Park on the lawn outside The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum. Supplies are provided, but you may also bring your own. Class sizes are limited – early registration is recommended through the Mackinac Arts Council. All workshops cost $20 per day unless otherwise noted. Discounts are available for students and Mackinac Island summer employees. Workshops are held after regular museum hours. Workshop Schedule: June 9 – Watercolor Lilacs June 22 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay (four week course – June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13) June 23 – Island Instagram with Sara Wright June 29 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 2 June 30 – Plein Air Painting with Maeve Croghan July 6 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 3 July 7 – Felting with Kim Clare July 13 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 4 July 14 – Plein Air Painting with Scott Kenyon July 21 – Island Instagram with Sara Wright August 3 – Printmaking with Cindy Hunter Morgan August 4 – Japanese Stab Binding August 10 – Theatre Techniques with Starling Shakespeare Co. August 11 – Rug Punch with Kim Clare August 18 – Watercolors with Megan Swoyer August 24 – Theatre Techniques with Starline Shakespeare Co. August 25 – Plein Air Painting with Maeve Croghan
Movie by the Bridge Posted June 27, 2021 Enjoy Back to the Future in Michilimackinac State Park in Mackinaw City with the Mackinac Bridge as your background. Bring a blanket or a chair and a snack. This movie contains adult themes and may not be suitable for younger visitors. This is a free event. #thisismackinac
Workshops in the Museum Posted June 23, 2021 Presented by the Mackinac Arts Council. Join local and regional artists as they share their art expertise. Workshops take place in Marquette Park on the lawn outside The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum. Supplies are provided, but you may also bring your own. Class sizes are limited – early registration is recommended through the Mackinac Arts Council. All workshops cost $20 per day unless otherwise noted. Discounts are available for students and Mackinac Island summer employees. Workshops are held after regular museum hours. Workshop Schedule: June 9 – Watercolor Lilacs June 22 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay (four week course – June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13) June 23 – Island Instagram with Sara Wright June 29 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 2 June 30 – Plein Air Painting with Maeve Croghan July 6 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 3 July 7 – Felting with Kim Clare July 13 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 4 July 14 – Plein Air Painting with Scott Kenyon July 21 – Island Instagram with Sara Wright August 3 – Printmaking with Cindy Hunter Morgan August 4 – Japanese Stab Binding August 10 – Theatre Techniques with Starling Shakespeare Co. August 11 – Rug Punch with Kim Clare August 18 – Watercolors with Megan Swoyer August 24 – Theatre Techniques with Starline Shakespeare Co. August 25 – Plein Air Painting with Maeve Croghan
Workshops in the Museum Posted June 22, 2021 Presented by the Mackinac Arts Council. Join local and regional artists as they share their art expertise. Workshops take place in Marquette Park on the lawn outside The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum. Supplies are provided, but you may also bring your own. Class sizes are limited – early registration is recommended through the Mackinac Arts Council. All workshops cost $20 per day unless otherwise noted. Discounts are available for students and Mackinac Island summer employees. Workshops are held after regular museum hours. Workshop Schedule: June 9 – Watercolor Lilacs June 22 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay (four week course – June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13) June 23 – Island Instagram with Sara Wright June 29 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 2 June 30 – Plein Air Painting with Maeve Croghan July 6 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 3 July 7 – Felting with Kim Clare July 13 – Beginner Knitting with Becki Barnwell and Mary Patay – Course 4 July 14 – Plein Air Painting with Scott Kenyon July 21 – Island Instagram with Sara Wright August 3 – Printmaking with Cindy Hunter Morgan August 4 – Japanese Stab Binding August 10 – Theatre Techniques with Starling Shakespeare Co. August 11 – Rug Punch with Kim Clare August 18 – Watercolors with Megan Swoyer August 24 – Theatre Techniques with Starline Shakespeare Co. August 25 – Plein Air Painting with Maeve Croghan
G. Mennen Williams Mackinac Celebration Posted June 19, 2021 Mackinac Associates‘ annual G. Mennen Williams Celebration brings together lovers of Mackinac to recognize the outstanding support and efforts of Mackinac State Historic Parks’ friends group. Cocktails will be at the Governor’s Residence, while dinner will be at the yard of the Commanding Officer’s Home next to Fort Mackinac. This is a Members Only event. Head to the Mackinac Associates website for information on how to join.
