This year, Mackinac State Historic Parks celebrates its 125th anniversary.
To commemorate the occasion, Mackinac State Historic Parks is holding 125 days of special events throughout the season. Here’s a sample of scheduled activities:-
War of 1812 Battlefield Bike Rides
When the Americans tried to reclaim Fort Mackinac from the British in August 1814, they trudged uphill from British Landing to the battlefield that’s now part of Wawashkamo Golf Course. You can relive the Battle of Mackinac Island on a leisurely, guided bike ride.
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Movies in the Fort
Every Tuesday night through the summer starting June 23 you can catch a free movie on the parade ground behind Fort Mackinac. Just bring a blanket or chair and enjoy favorites including Toy Story 4, The Incredibles, Frozen II, Finding Nemo, The Wizard of Oz, Wreck-It Ralph, Space Jam, Moana, E.T. and more.
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Guided Botanical Trail Hikes
From Arch Rock to Sugar Loaf and beyond, Mackinac Island is known for incredible natural rock formations. But Mackinac Island State Park is also home to many beautiful plants and wildflowers. You can see many of them on the Mackinac Island Botanical Trail during a hike guided by a Michigan State Historic Parks naturalist.
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Summer stargazing at Fort Holmes
If you’ve been to Mackinac Island but never ventured to the island’s highest point, then you’re missing out on an amazing opportunity to see the stars like never before. A Mackinac Island State Park ranger will lead a guided hike to Fort Holmes and identify constellations in the sky during free stargazing nights.
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Fire at Night at Fort Mackinac
Hear the sunset like never before! Fort Mackinac will host special rifle and cannon firings at night during a special event in June.
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Fort Mackinac
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Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum
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Biddle House
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Historic Downtown Mackinac
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Mackinac Island State Park