Michilimackinac Secrets and Scandals: Histsory RevealedPosted September 20, 2020This new themed weekend will present visitors with a variety of programs focusing on some of Michilimackinac’s lesser known history. Each program will examine an aspect of the Michilimackinac’ past that caused the original residents to gossip and share secrets with one another. All special programs and events included with regular admission to Colonial Michilimackinac. A Mackinac Parks: 125 event!
Michilimackinac Secrets and Scandals: Histsory RevealedPosted September 19, 2020This new themed weekend will present visitors with a variety of programs focusing on some of Michilimackinac’s lesser known history. Each program will examine an aspect of the Michilimackinac’ past that caused the original residents to gossip and share secrets with one another. All special programs and events included with regular admission to Colonial Michilimackinac. A Mackinac Parks: 125 event!
Movie by the BridgePosted September 6, 2020Enjoy Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker in Michilimackinac State Park in Mackinaw City with the Mackinac Bridge as your background. Bring a blanket or a chair. This is a Mackinac Parks: 125 free event! This movie is rated PG-13.
Movie by the BridgePosted August 29, 2020Enjoy The Lego Movie in Michilimackinac State Park in Mackinaw City with the Mackinac Bridge as your background. Bring a blanket or a chair. This is a Mackinac Parks: 125 free event!
Movie by the BridgePosted August 23, 2020Enjoy Moana in Michilimackinac State Park in Mackinaw City with the Mackinac Bridge as your background. Bring a blanket or a chair. This is a Mackinac Parks: 125 free event!
Hidden Histories: The Grenadiers’ “Mutiny” of 1780Posted August 19, 2020As part of the Mackinac Parks: 125 festivities, we want to explore elements of Colonial Michilimackinac’s history and culture that are not currently well-represented in interpretive programming and exhibits. This walking tour/discussion will focus on the Grenadiers’ “mutiny” of 1780, and will be led by historian(s) from Mackinac State Historic Parks. This is a free event.
Movie by the BridgePosted August 16, 2020Enjoy Finding Nemo in Michilimackinac State Park in Mackinaw City with the Mackinac Bridge as your background. Bring a blanket or a chair. This is a Mackinac Parks: 125 free event!
Gardens and Good Things to EatPosted August 15, 2020Everyone loves a good meal, including the historic residents of Michilimackinac! Join historic interpreters to tour and help maintain the fort’s gardens, assist with running the outdoor bread oven (and taste the results!), watch meals cooked over an open fire, and learn more about the unique food cultures of Michilimackinac’s French, British, and Native American residents. All special programs included with regular admission to Colonial Michilimackinac. A Mackinac Parks: 125 event!Schedule of Events:9:30 a.m. Musket Demonstration 10:00 a.m. Gardens of Michilimackinac Tour 11:00 a.m. Artillery Demonstration 11:30 a.m. Indigenous Food and the Fur Trade Program 12:30 p.m. Cloches and Compost: 18th Century Gardening Techniques Program 1:30 p.m. Musket Demonstration 2:00 p.m. 18th Century Botany and Art 3:00 p.m. John Askin’s Garden Program 3:30 p.m. Artillery Demonstration 4:00 p.m. Breadmaking and Oven Demonstration 5:00 p.m. Gardens of Michilimackinac Tour 6:00 p.m. Soldier’s Food Tour 6:30 p.m. Musket Demonstration
Movie by the BridgePosted August 9, 2020Enjoy Finding Nemo in Michilimackinac State Park in Mackinaw City with the Mackinac Bridge as your background. Bring a blanket or a chair. This is a Mackinac Parks: 125 free event!
Hidden Histories: Marriage and the British ArmyPosted August 6, 2020As part of the Mackinac Parks: 125 festivities, we want to explore elements of Colonial Michilimackinac’s history and culture that are not currently well-represented in interpretive programming and exhibits. This walking tour/discussion will focus on marriage and the British army. and will be led by historian(s) from Mackinac State Historic Parks. This is a free event.
