Fort Mackinac
Inside the stately stone walls it’s a different time.
The cannon blasts, the rifles fire, the soldiers march and history comes alive. The oldest building in Michigan and 13 other historical structures boast exhibits explaining everything from military training and battles to medical treatments to family life within the fort.
More than just a military outpost, Fort Mackinac served as a home for soldiers and their families and eventually the headquarters for Mackinac National Park, where tourists to the island visited the great fortress on the bluff, much like they do today.
Live Programs and Tours
Demonstrations and tours by costumed interpreters are scheduled throughout the day.
Exhibits
All fourteen buildings in the fort are restored and open to the public. They are furnished with period settings highlighting the building’s particular function or a themed exhibit. Special exhibits include:
- Mackinac, An Island Famous in These Regions on the second floor of the Soldier’s’ Barracks presents the full history of Mackinac Island.
- Military Medicine at Mackinac: 1780-1895 in the Post Hospital explores medical care at the fort and changing nineteenth-century medical practices.
- Kids’ Quarters features hands-on displays and interactive games.
Audiovisual Programs
Heritage of Mackinac is featured in the Post Commissary, providing an overview history of Mackinac. It repeats every 20 minutes.
Fort Mackinac Video via Mackinac State Historic Parks
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A quiet night. #fortmackinac #mackinacislandlife #mackinacisland #mymackinac
I risked my hearing for this one. #mymackinac #mackinacisland #puremichigan #fortmackinac #fortmackinaccanon #teampixel Thanks to mackinac_parks for the great demonstrations and interpretations.
I risked my hearing for this one. #mymackinac #mackinacisland #puremichigan #fortmackinac #fortmackinaccanon #teampixel Thanks to mackinac_parks for the great demonstrations and interpretations.
We spent a morning visiting Fort Mackinac, a former military installation built by the British during the Revolutionary War. The British did not relinquish control until 13 years after the that war. Fort Mackinac became the scene for two strategic battles for control of the Great Lakes during the War of 1812. From 1875 to 1895 it served as this nation’s second National Park. In 1895 control was ceded to the State of Michigan and it became the first State Park of Michigan. In addition to providing visitors a peek back in time, the Fort affords its guests panoramic views of the area. In addition, it has a lovely tea room with outdoor seating for visitors to continue to enjoy the view while quenching their thirst. #puremichigan #visitmackinacisland #fortmackinac #historicplaces
We spent a morning visiting Fort Mackinac, a former military installation built by the British during the Revolutionary War. The British did not relinquish control until 13 years after the that war. Fort Mackinac became the scene for two strategic battles for control of the Great Lakes during the War of 1812. From 1875 to 1895 it served as this nation’s second National Park. In 1895 control was ceded to the State of Michigan and it became the first State Park of Michigan. In addition to providing visitors a peek back in time, the Fort affords its guests panoramic views of the area. In addition, it has a lovely tea room with outdoor seating for visitors to continue to enjoy the view while quenching their thirst. #puremichigan #visitmackinacisland #fortmackinac #historicplaces
A few highlights from Brian’s and my trip to Mackinac Island. It was like stepping back in time to the late 19th century! We explored the downtown, dined at the pinkponymackinac and at grandhotelmichigan (built in 1887 in the span of just 93 days!), visited some famous landmarks, toured the island in a horse-drawn carriage, saw Fort Mackinac, and walked the entire 8-mile perimeter via M185—the only highway in the U.S. where cars aren't permitted. And I did all of this just 10 days after having a mastectomy! I truly needed this vacation. I couldn't have done it without my kind and wonderful schmoopie's tender loving care. #mackinacisland #thepinkponymackinac #thegrandhotelmackinacisland #somewhereintime #somewhereintimegazebo #fortmackinac #lakehuron #m185 #archrockmackinacisland #thedevilskitchen #meandmyschmoopie #schmoopiegram #mastectomyrecovery #10dayspostop #norestfortheweary
A few highlights from Brian’s and my trip to Mackinac Island. It was like stepping back in time to the late 19th century! We explored the downtown, dined at the pinkponymackinac and at grandhotelmichigan (built in 1887 in the span of just 93 days!), visited some famous landmarks, toured the island in a horse-drawn carriage, saw Fort Mackinac, and walked the entire 8-mile perimeter via M185—the only highway in the U.S. where cars aren't permitted. And I did all of this just 10 days after having a mastectomy! I truly needed this vacation. I couldn't have done it without my kind and wonderful schmoopie's tender loving care. #mackinacisland #thepinkponymackinac #thegrandhotelmackinacisland #somewhereintime #somewhereintimegazebo #fortmackinac #lakehuron #m185 #archrockmackinacisland #thedevilskitchen #meandmyschmoopie #schmoopiegram #mastectomyrecovery #10dayspostop #norestfortheweary
Assorted photos from the last time I was in Michigan - Fort Mackinac and the Bridge. #michigan #fortmackinac #mackinawcity
Assorted photos from the last time I was in Michigan - Fort Mackinac and the Bridge. #michigan #fortmackinac #mackinawcity
Spent a full day on Mackinac Island, mostly at the Grand Hotel, plus some Fort Mackinac to spice things up. grandhotelmichigan mackinacisle #mackinacisland #grandhotel #fortmackinac
Spent a full day on Mackinac Island, mostly at the Grand Hotel, plus some Fort Mackinac to spice things up. grandhotelmichigan mackinacisle #mackinacisland #grandhotel #fortmackinac
A great time had by all on vacation! #stignace #mackinacisland #mackinawcity #mackinawbridge #grandhotel #drinks #familyvacation #drinkwisconsinbly #gopackgo #greenbaypackers #lambeaufield #fortmackinac #secretgarden #keepingitclassy
A great time had by all on vacation! #stignace #mackinacisland #mackinawcity #mackinawbridge #grandhotel #drinks #familyvacation #drinkwisconsinbly #gopackgo #greenbaypackers #lambeaufield #fortmackinac #secretgarden #keepingitclassy
Stepped back in time today on Mackinac Island - wandered through the fort, and through the town with no cars. It has been a great day, and it will be sad leaving tomorrow. But hopefully we will be back! . . . #mackinacisland #puremichigan #michigan #fortmackinac #history #historicfort
Stepped back in time today on Mackinac Island - wandered through the fort, and through the town with no cars. It has been a great day, and it will be sad leaving tomorrow. But hopefully we will be back! . . . #mackinacisland #puremichigan #michigan #fortmackinac #history #historicfort
Our happy place. August 2024. 🎞️ #35mm #canonae1program #canonrebelg #mackinacisland #grandhotel #fortmackinac
Our happy place. August 2024. 🎞️ #35mm #canonae1program #canonrebelg #mackinacisland #grandhotel #fortmackinac
#mackinawcity #iphonephotography #livingimages_by_lori #amazingnature #fortmackinac #lakemichiganbeach
#mackinawcity #iphonephotography #livingimages_by_lori #amazingnature #fortmackinac #lakemichiganbeach
6.9.24 - Mackinac Island, where it’s spelled with a “c.” #mackinacisland #grandhotel #archrock #sugarloafrock #mackinacislandstatepark #fortmackinac #michigan #island #lakehuron #geranium
6.9.24 - Mackinac Island, where it’s spelled with a “c.” #mackinacisland #grandhotel #archrock #sugarloafrock #mackinacislandstatepark #fortmackinac #michigan #island #lakehuron #geranium
A magical step back in time. Mackinac Island is known for its horse-drawn carriages, Victorian charm, and famous fudge. The Grand Hotel is the jewel of the Island. We were lucky enough to be here during the Lilac festival. Just beautiful!!! 😍 .. #victorycruiselines #mackinacisland #grandhotel #fortmackinac #history #fivegreatlakes #greatlakes #luxury #moonlighttravel🌙
A magical step back in time. Mackinac Island is known for its horse-drawn carriages, Victorian charm, and famous fudge. The Grand Hotel is the jewel of the Island. We were lucky enough to be here during the Lilac festival. Just beautiful!!! 😍 .. #victorycruiselines #mackinacisland #grandhotel #fortmackinac #history #fivegreatlakes #greatlakes #luxury #moonlighttravel🌙
Spent the day on Mackinac Island yesterday for Lilac Festival! A beautiful day and a great time! #mackinacisland #lilacfestival #nocarsallowed #fudge #horsesandbikes #lakehuron #grandhotel #fortmackinac #mackinacbridge #lilacs #archrock #stormrollingin #michiganadventures
Spent the day on Mackinac Island yesterday for Lilac Festival! A beautiful day and a great time! #mackinacisland #lilacfestival #nocarsallowed #fudge #horsesandbikes #lakehuron #grandhotel #fortmackinac #mackinacbridge #lilacs #archrock #stormrollingin #michiganadventures
Late October on Mackinac Island #mackinacisland #fallcolors #northernmichigan #daytrip #horses #fudge #fortmackinac
Late October on Mackinac Island #mackinacisland #fallcolors #northernmichigan #daytrip #horses #fudge #fortmackinac
Arch rock, fort Mackinac, our little break at the tea room with jasmine silver tip tea smoked whitefish dip and blueberry scones 🤤, and all the views #michigantravel #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #thetearoom
Arch rock, fort Mackinac, our little break at the tea room with jasmine silver tip tea smoked whitefish dip and blueberry scones 🤤, and all the views #michigantravel #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #thetearoom
#mackinacisland #mackinacislandstatepark #fortmackinac
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