History
Time seems to stand still on Mackinac Island not only because there are no cars, but also because there are two historic military forts and a handful of the oldest buildings in Michigan. Just by being here youβll feel like youβre back in the past! Mackinac Island is home to many beautiful examples of Victorian architecture among the cottages and B&Bs that, in many cases, are well over 100 years old. The Islandβs museums and reenactments by costumed interpreters also offer glimpses into the 19th-century lives of both soldiers and civilians.
American Fur Company Store and Dr. Beaumont Museum
On this site in 1822, Alexis St. Martin, a voyageur, was injured by an accidental gunshot wound. The unusual healing of the wound allowed Dr. William Beaumont, Fort Mackinacβs post…
Benjamin Blacksmith Shop
Originally built in the 1880s, Robert Benjamin and later his son, Herbert, ran a blacksmith shop into the 1960s. The contents of the shop were moved to the reconstructed building…
Biddle House
Biddle House features the Mackinac Island Native American Museum. A Time of Change. As an Anishnaabek woman, Agatha Biddle and other indigenous people witnessed their culture subjected to immense changes…
British Landing
During the night of July 16-17, 1812, a small force of British regulars and several hundred voyageurs and Indian allies landed and occupied a height that overlooked Fort Mackinac and…
Cemeteries
Our cemeteries are quiet and reverent places. While you can walk them respectfully or view from a distance. These final resting places of our Islandβs historic figures, are for the…
Fort Holmes
After the British and their allies captured Fort Mackinac during the War of 1812, they quickly built a small outpost and called it Fort George. When the Americans regained the…
Fort Mackinac
Founded during the American Revolution, the British captured the Fort in the very first engagement on American soil in the War of 1812. Inside, 14 original buildings, cannon salutes, bugle…
Fort Mackinac Post Cemetery
The Post Cemetery is the final resting place for Fort Mackinac soldiers, their families and local officials. Although the origin of the Cemetery is lost in history, local lore suggests…
Grand Hotel Horse Stable/Carriage Museum
Located next to Wings of Mackinac Butterfly Conservatory, this working facility is home to Grand Hotel's 12 horses and is open to the public. It is a great way to…
Horse in History Museum
Mackinac Horsemenβs Association is excited to showcase this compilation of photographs at the entrance of the Mackinac Community Equestrian Center (MCEC) showing Mackinac Islandβs unique horse culture. From photos selected…
McGulpin House
This house has been opened to the public as a barebones restoration that shows how it would have appeared around 1820. The McGulpins were a working-class family who would not…
Mission House
The Mission House is a historic structure located adjacent to Mission Point Resort. Built in 1825, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The interior is not open to…
Richard & Jane Manoogian Art Museum
The newest museum on the Island comes by the generous contributions of Richard and Jane Manoogian and showcases Native American baskets to present-day paintings. Itβs a three-level structure that focuses…
Stuart House Museum
Stuart House Museum illuminates the Islandβs history and is where John Jacob Astor made his living as a fur trader during the 1800s.
Surrey Hills Carriage Museum
An antique carriage museum that features a working blacksmith shop, Surrey Hills lets you explore and learn about carriages. Three shops offer food, gifts, and souvenirs. There is a picnic…
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Welcome to Grand Hotel π’ - it only took me 2.5 months to post this photo, but here we are in all my sun-kissed glory.
15x12β β112 Years of Spring Love and Lilacsβ If you look close you may notice the wedding couple and then the MI Governorβs Mansion in the upper left.
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On the easel today βGlorious Morningβ 16x20 oil. Zoom Painted with friends davesink claudiabdesign boxcar9snaps a fun 3 hours thanks.
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Plein air piece of Mackinac Island not painted today!π βColors After a Little Rain.β 12x8β Sometimes inclement weather can bring out beauty... I remember waiting for a storm to pass and this garden in front of The Island House struck me in contrast with dark blue sky. Time to set up the easel!
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Our shores recently were graced with blocks of blue ice!
Blue ice forms when snow on top of the ice is compressed and squeezes out all of the air bubbles increasing its density. This process allows the ice to absorb colors, resulting in vibrant chunks of blue ice. When the light hits the ice, especially on a bright Michigan winter day, the sight is chillingly beautiful.
Blue ice may be a rare find but itβs common to see here in the Straits of Mackinac. Letβs see how long the blue ice will stick around! #mymackinac #lakehuron
Summer is here and there are very few things we can do in the current situation. Cycling around the Mackinac island was an awesome way to spend the weekend! This beautiful island in Northern Michigan is rich with historic landmarks, nature trails and a cycling route along its entire deep blue and turquoise coast! Would yaβll love to cycle around and breathe in the fresh air too? Let us know in the comments!!
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What tropical far flung destination is this? ππ Itβs Mackinac Island in MICHIGAN. This is Lake Huron! THE MIDWEST .. if you donβt know, you do now! π
Welcome to Friday! The Sun is Up on mackinacisle
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8x6β Tip: Sometimes it is a simple as choosing a different angle on favorite subjects. Hot off the easel.
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Mackinac Island! What paradise looks like!
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Sunrise on Mackinac Island. Donβt miss it.
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Just your daily dose of summer views of the Mackinac Island shoreline. πβ β β β β β β β β
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Fresh off the easel. Classic view of Mackinac Islandβs East Bluff at sunrise.
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Look at the βBlue Iceβ that washed ashore today!ππ§π
Spring arriving soon!π€
Photo credit: katharinerose.photography π·
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Love is love is love is love. Happy Pride month! πππ
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