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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Go Time! 10/20/2022 Link in bio. #mackinacislandlife #mackinacisland #fallonmackinacisland #puremichigan #horsesonmackinacisland🐴 #autumnblazemaples #grandhotelmichigan #cindysridingstable #fortmackinac littlestonechurchmackinacisland
Go Time! 10/20/2022 Link in bio. #mackinacislandlife #mackinacisland #fallonmackinacisland #puremichigan #horsesonmackinacisland🐴 #autumnblazemaples #grandhotelmichigan #cindysridingstable #fortmackinac littlestonechurchmackinacisland
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We finally made it to Mackinac Island. Despite arriving early the crowd was overwhelming, so we got on our bikes and pedaled out of the fray. Visited the Grand Hotel, Fort Mackinac and cemetery. Hiked up the stairs to see the Arch Rock too. Beautiful place, definitely worth the effort to get there. #airstreamlife #asinternational #airstreaming #michigan #mackinacisland #grandhotel #archrock #fortmackinac
We finally made it to Mackinac Island. Despite arriving early the crowd was overwhelming, so we got on our bikes and pedaled out of the fray. Visited the Grand Hotel, Fort Mackinac and cemetery. Hiked up the stairs to see the Arch Rock too. Beautiful place, definitely worth the effort to get there. #airstreamlife #asinternational #airstreaming #michigan #mackinacisland #grandhotel #archrock #fortmackinac
Mackinac Island is so picturesque. Somehow, a blanket of winter snow makes it seem even cozier. 😍 Where’s your favorite winter spot around the Great Lakes? 🌊 🌊 Photo by jasovereign #greatlakes #greatlakesloving #lakemichigan #lakehuron #michigan #mackinacisland #northernmichigan #puremichigan #michigrammers #michiganders #fortmackinac #puremichigan #michiganwinter #winter #cozy #snow #vacation #travel #greatlakeshistory #explore #mackinacisle #upperpeninsula #theup #upnorthmichigan #thisismackinac #makeitmackinac #beautifulview #mackinacislandlife #mackinacislandtourism
Mackinac Island is so picturesque. Somehow, a blanket of winter snow makes it seem even cozier. 😍 Where’s your favorite winter spot around the Great Lakes? 🌊 🌊 Photo by jasovereign #greatlakes #greatlakesloving #lakemichigan #lakehuron #michigan #mackinacisland #northernmichigan #puremichigan #michigrammers #michiganders #fortmackinac #puremichigan #michiganwinter #winter #cozy #snow #vacation #travel #greatlakeshistory #explore #mackinacisle #upperpeninsula #theup #upnorthmichigan #thisismackinac #makeitmackinac #beautifulview #mackinacislandlife #mackinacislandtourism
Feels like the sun going down on summer - you can already feel fall on the horizon. 🌅🫣🌅
Happy Friday! Starting this weekend with a hike up to Fort Mackinac for the best bridge and harbor views! https://theinnatstonecliffe.com
Happy Friday! Starting this weekend with a hike up to Fort Mackinac for the best bridge and harbor views! https://theinnatstonecliffe.com
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#Repost b0b0fett ・・・ Heavy fog blanketed the lake this morning. . . . #greatlakes #fog #lake #mackinacisland #island #fortmackinac #port #beach #boat #michigan #sunrise #nature #british #flag #lakemichigan #lakehuron
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Repost from _sovereign_photography_ • Congratulations to _sovereign_photography_ for this incredible shot of Mackinac Island! Check out his feed for more pure Michigan beauty! • • • • • #capturingmichigan #puremichigan #puremittigan #puremittiganpride #puremittenlove #uptravel #naturalmichigan #michiganders #mittenstatelove #michiganawesome #bestofthegreatlakesstate #thegreatlakesstate #greatlakesloving #greatlakesproud #michiganoverboard #michigancrush #mackinacisland #mymackinac #mackinacislandtourism #fortmackinac #thegreatlifemichigan #michiganlife #michiganlifestyle #midwestlivingmag #upperpeninsulamichigan
Repost from _sovereign_photography_ • Congratulations to _sovereign_photography_ for this incredible shot of Mackinac Island! Check out his feed for more pure Michigan beauty! • • • • • #capturingmichigan #puremichigan #puremittigan #puremittiganpride #puremittenlove #uptravel #naturalmichigan #michiganders #mittenstatelove #michiganawesome #bestofthegreatlakesstate #thegreatlakesstate #greatlakesloving #greatlakesproud #michiganoverboard #michigancrush #mackinacisland #mymackinac #mackinacislandtourism #fortmackinac #thegreatlifemichigan #michiganlife #michiganlifestyle #midwestlivingmag #upperpeninsulamichigan
Most people associate stunning fall colors in the US with New England, but completely overlook another incredible option: the Midwest! And within the Midwest, I honestly think Michigan has some of the best fall colors in the country. (There, I said it!) This photo, for example, isn’t from New England, but rather is from Mackinac Island, a popular summer resort island in Michigan. While Mackinac isn’t known for its fall color (its delicious fudge and ban on cars are way more famous), there are nevertheless lots of colors to enjoy this time of year. So I guess my point is... don’t write off the Midwest when it comes to fall color! (Also, expect lots more fall color photos in the coming weeks 😬.) Would you have ever guessed this photo was taken in Michigan? Also, what else would you like to know about Mackinac Island? I’ll share more info about this quirky spot in my next post.
Most people associate stunning fall colors in the US with New England, but completely overlook another incredible option: the Midwest! And within the Midwest, I honestly think Michigan has some of the best fall colors in the country. (There, I said it!) This photo, for example, isn’t from New England, but rather is from Mackinac Island, a popular summer resort island in Michigan. While Mackinac isn’t known for its fall color (its delicious fudge and ban on cars are way more famous), there are nevertheless lots of colors to enjoy this time of year. So I guess my point is... don’t write off the Midwest when it comes to fall color! (Also, expect lots more fall color photos in the coming weeks 😬.) Would you have ever guessed this photo was taken in Michigan? Also, what else would you like to know about Mackinac Island? I’ll share more info about this quirky spot in my next post.
We had the most amazing day on Mackinac Island!☺️ We’ve been to the island many times over the years, but this was our first visit to Fort Mackinac. The Lilacs were in full bloom and the views were absolutely breathtaking! These are my favorite two shots of the day, taken from the forts blockhouse. I never want to leave!😍 I shared more of our day up in stories! Happy new week friends!❤️ #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #lilacfestival #puremichigan
We had the most amazing day on Mackinac Island!☺️ We’ve been to the island many times over the years, but this was our first visit to Fort Mackinac. The Lilacs were in full bloom and the views were absolutely breathtaking! These are my favorite two shots of the day, taken from the forts blockhouse. I never want to leave!😍 I shared more of our day up in stories! Happy new week friends!❤️ #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #lilacfestival #puremichigan
Since 1898, motorized vehicles have been prohibited on Mackinac Island. So you have three choices for transport: by foot, by carriage, or by bicycle. We like it that way. Made For Michigan --> 🔗TheMittenState.com . . . #TheMittenState #mackinacisland #mackinac #mackinacbridge #makeitmackinac #mymackinac #straitsofmackinac #fortmackinac #mackinacislandlife #mackinaccity #thisismackinac #northernmichigan #puremichigan #michigan #nature #upperpeninsula #greatlakes #northernmichigan #lakemichigan #mittenlove #midwestmoment #exploremichigan #lovemichigan #visitMichigan #TravelMichigan #puremittenpride #capturingmichigan #puremichiganders #puremittigan #thegreatlakesstate #LakeLife
Since 1898, motorized vehicles have been prohibited on Mackinac Island. So you have three choices for transport: by foot, by carriage, or by bicycle. We like it that way. Made For Michigan --> 🔗TheMittenState.com . . . #TheMittenState #mackinacisland #mackinac #mackinacbridge #makeitmackinac #mymackinac #straitsofmackinac #fortmackinac #mackinacislandlife #mackinaccity #thisismackinac #northernmichigan #puremichigan #michigan #nature #upperpeninsula #greatlakes #northernmichigan #lakemichigan #mittenlove #midwestmoment #exploremichigan #lovemichigan #visitMichigan #TravelMichigan #puremittenpride #capturingmichigan #puremichiganders #puremittigan #thegreatlakesstate #LakeLife
Mackinac Island: I think Andy was here… He left Woody behind… #michiganroadtrip #roadtrip #familytravels #travelgram #mackinacisland #mackinacbridge #sheplersferry #grandhotel #mackinacislandcarriagetour #mackinacislandarchrock #fortmackinac #toystorywoody #summervacation #my솜사탕들 #가족사진 #가족여행 #여행스타그램 #로드트립 #미시간 #시카고맘 #딸스타그램 #맘스타그램 #노력하는이유 #너희들이많은경험을할수있게 #미시간맥키노섬 #맥키낵다리 #맥키노아일랜드 #우디에주인을찾습니다
Mackinac Island: I think Andy was here… He left Woody behind… #michiganroadtrip #roadtrip #familytravels #travelgram #mackinacisland #mackinacbridge #sheplersferry #grandhotel #mackinacislandcarriagetour #mackinacislandarchrock #fortmackinac #toystorywoody #summervacation #my솜사탕들 #가족사진 #가족여행 #여행스타그램 #로드트립 #미시간 #시카고맘 #딸스타그램 #맘스타그램 #노력하는이유 #너희들이많은경험을할수있게 #미시간맥키노섬 #맥키낵다리 #맥키노아일랜드 #우디에주인을찾습니다
Had I known Big Gretch was at home and having a party, I would have worn something different and not sweat my way around the island before meeting my Congresswoman, the amazing Debbie Dingell. #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #archrock #butterflyhouse #trillium #forgetmenots #debbiedingell
Had I known Big Gretch was at home and having a party, I would have worn something different and not sweat my way around the island before meeting my Congresswoman, the amazing Debbie Dingell. #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #archrock #butterflyhouse #trillium #forgetmenots #debbiedingell
Great scrapbook layout ~ great design! Posted withrepost • shescrafty20 My pal scrappykathyy and I are playing along with christys_beautiful_life 30 Days of Sketches all month long for Challenge Accepted. I used a gorgeous kit from notjustforboyskitclub complete with fab tonicstudiosusa pinkfreshstudio 49andmarket echoparkpaper ! #challengeaccepted #scrappykathyy #tonicstudios #nuvo #pinkfreshstudio #49andmarket #cartabella #echoparkpaperco #sketches #12x12scrapbooking #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #mygirl #shannonallor #shescrafty
Great scrapbook layout ~ great design! Posted withrepost • shescrafty20 My pal scrappykathyy and I are playing along with christys_beautiful_life 30 Days of Sketches all month long for Challenge Accepted. I used a gorgeous kit from notjustforboyskitclub complete with fab tonicstudiosusa pinkfreshstudio 49andmarket echoparkpaper ! #challengeaccepted #scrappykathyy #tonicstudios #nuvo #pinkfreshstudio #49andmarket #cartabella #echoparkpaperco #sketches #12x12scrapbooking #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #mygirl #shannonallor #shescrafty
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