Boy these storms—-when they come sweeping across the Great Lakes—-can be something to watch. Never seen a sky quite like this before. This is right over the top of Fort Mackinac. And did you know, there was quiet a fight between the British and Americans for the fort and the island itself in the War of 1812? Like so much of the War of 1812, this battle was fought in 1814. The British, with great help from Native American fighters took the island at the beginning of the war. But by July of 1814, American ships appeared on the horizon. A plan was afoot to retake the island. Two days of bombarding the fort did little—-except give the British warning of a coming attack. A thick fog then delayed the coming attack. When the Americans did land, the British were more than ready for them. Their casualties were 2. American casualties totaled 68. American forces retreated to their ships, and the fort and island remained in British hands. Until the war ended, and negotiatiors put it firmly back in American control! Thank goodness! It’s one of the most picturesque and historical places in our great country! #hoonerpics #historytime #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #fox10phoenix ...

Magnificent Mackinac — a pedestrian’s paradise with Victorian vistas 💛🚲💙🐴 #michigantrip2023 #puremichigan #onlyinmichigan #mackinacisland #thisismackinac #mackinacmoments #visitmackinac #visitmichigan #TLpicks #fortmackinac #travelblog #travelblogger #travelgram #blogger ...

Kayley and Steven were married on Mackinaw Island at the town overlook near Fort Mackinac in October. Talk about fall beauty!!! She chose a Dreams by Eddy K gown from norahs.bridal with a lace embellished bodice and gorgeous georgette skirt. The shoulders had beautiful sequined flower designs, which needed to be lifted to do the necessary alteration. I carefully removed the stitches, took the shoulders up, and replaced the appliqués by hand. Additional alterations were taking in the bodice sides slightly and hemming the skirt front. Congratulations Kayley & Steven!! eddyk_bridal norahs.bridal #seamstress #bridalalterationsspecialist #weddingalterations #michiganwedding #mackinawisland #mackinawwedding #fallwedding #upnorthmichigan #fortmackinac #octoberwedding #bridalseamstress #weddingseamstress ...

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Mackinac Island: I was finally able to see what everyone is raving about. This place does not disappoint as Mackinac Island is steeped in history and has plenty to see if you are planning a day-trip. We took the Star Line Ferry from Mackinac City and were immediately drawn to the constant flurry of horse-drawn carriages, bikes and NO CARS! 125 years ago village leaders enacted a ban on motor vehicles after local residents complained the introduction of cars onto the island back in 1898 would detract from horse-drawn carriage business and bring pollution. This island has been car-free since then and will continue into the future. Mackinac Island is famous as a pivotal point of control in the Great Lakes for fur trade of the 18th and early 19th centuries and the site of Battle of Mackinac during the War of 1812. A lesser-known fact (at least to us) is Mackinac Island was our country’s 2nd national park, created 3 years after Yellowstone NP. It was 125 years ago that Michigan established Mackinac State Park as the first “state park”. Two decades before that about 80% of the island was known as Mackinac National Park. Soldiers at Fort Mackinac served as park rangers but when the military decided to close the fort, the State of Michigan took over. Last but not least is the majestic Grand Hotel boasting the world’s longest porch. You can see me in the pic standing on the colonial porch. #thisismackinac #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #starlineferry ...

Is it Mackinaw or Mackinac Island? Either way we had a great day on island time. #puremichigan #mackinawisland #macinacisland #archrockmackinacisland #adventuringwithkids #learningthroughtravel #fortmackinac #islandtime ...