History buffs can find museums in lots of travel destinations. Many vacation spots are home to historic sites. But what’s…
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Mackinac Island’s unique bond with baseball
It’s no coincidence that a new season on Mackinac Island typically begins in April as a new season of baseball…
Read more »Churches of Mackinac Island: 350 years of historic beauty
From its historic churches and quaint places to stay in town to the stunning Victorian architecture of homes and cottages…
Read more »Abraham Lincoln’s ironic link to Mackinac Island
When the United States celebrates Washington’s Birthday each February, there’s a special significance for Mackinac Island. After all, it was…
Read more »Countdown to 2020: A look at Mackinac history through the centuries
It’s just a few days now until the new year, and just a few months until a new season of…
Read more »Legends of Mackinac Island: The story of ‘The Chaplain’s Lady’
Of the three historic cemeteries on Mackinac Island, one is a military burial ground with graves that go back more…
Read more »Legends of Mackinac Island: The history of Sugar Loaf
Covering 3.8 square miles, Mackinac Island is relatively small. One of the joys of visiting the island is being able…
Read more »When you can tour Michigan Governor’s Summer Residence on Mackinac Island
It has 11 bedrooms, nine-and-a-half baths, more than 7,000 square-feet and a porch with stunning views of the Jewel Golf…
Read more »Scouts carry on patriotic Mackinac Island tradition that goes back to Gerald R. Ford
Each morning during the summer, like clockwork, about two dozen American flags across Mackinac Island are raised. First comes a…
Read more »School’s Out and It’s Time For A Visit To Michigan’s Crown Jewel
School is [hopefully] officially out for the summer and it’s time to plan the perfect family getaway to your favorite…
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