Agatha Biddle was by no means the only indigenous woman in business on Mackinac Island in the early 19th century. Magdelaine Laframboise and Elizabeth Mitchell, along with Agatha, utilized their
A costumed interpreter is stationed throughout the day in the house, especially in the kitchen, to provide a look at 1830s domestic life on Mackinac Island. This experience is included
Life at Dousman’s Mill extended far beyond the sawmill. Learn what tools were used to harvest hay, make repairs, tend gardens, and cut firewood with daily demonstrations and hands-on activities.
Mackinac has inspired artists for generations – let it inspire you! Join our art attendant Tuesday-Saturday at 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. for a craft centered around a daily theme.
Join our art attendant for an engaging program exploring the life and works of William Gardiner, a Mackinac Island-based photographer who worked on the island from 1896-1935. Tuesday-Saturday at 1:30
Mackinac Island has a rich history in both art and tourism. Our Art Attendant will guide visitors through the types of souvenirs that travelers to the island may have purchased
Learn how the 1836 Treaty of Washington affected the Anishnaabek of northern Michigan, including Agatha Biddle. It is intended to complement the exhibit, offering more detail and context about the
Dousman’s Mill is home to more than three miles of groomed hiking trails on 625 acres. Abundant wildflowers, amazing fungi, and scenic views change with every season.
Feel the power of nature as the water-powered sawmill transforms timbers into boards. Sawmill demonstration immediately follows the Sawpit demonstration. This experience included with regular admission to Dousman’s Mill.
