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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Fort Mackinac – Photos From Instagram
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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.
Tunnel of trees and Mackinac Island. Til next time 🤍 #Family #LaborDay22 #TunnelOfTrees #M119 #LittleMooseCabin #LegsInn #HarborSprings #Petosky #GoodHart #MackinacIsland #FortMackinac #PinkPony #LakeMichigan #PureMichigan #TakeMeBack
Tunnel of trees and Mackinac Island. Til next time 🤍 #Family #LaborDay22 #TunnelOfTrees #M119 #LittleMooseCabin #LegsInn #HarborSprings #Petosky #GoodHart #MackinacIsland #FortMackinac #PinkPony #LakeMichigan #PureMichigan #TakeMeBack
Spent the afternoon touring around Fort Mackinac and learning about how they lived in the 1800s here. Seemed like a resort compared to a lot of the historical places I've been. Even got to see a rifle demonstration. Absolutely beautiful landscape!! #michigan #puremichigan #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #1800s #ameicanhistory #militaryhistory #memorialday2024 #memorialday
Spent the afternoon touring around Fort Mackinac and learning about how they lived in the 1800s here. Seemed like a resort compared to a lot of the historical places I've been. Even got to see a rifle demonstration. Absolutely beautiful landscape!! #michigan #puremichigan #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #1800s #ameicanhistory #militaryhistory #memorialday2024 #memorialday
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#mackinawcity #iphonephotography #livingimages_by_lori #amazingnature #fortmackinac #lakemichiganbeach
Life doesn’t have to be perfect to be wonderful 😍 #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #mackinacislandstatepark #michigan #usa #vacation #vacationmode #vacationvibes #happy #lifeisbeautiful #travel #travellover #travelphotography #photolovers #happiness #instagood #instalove #instalife
Life doesn’t have to be perfect to be wonderful 😍 #mackinacisland #fortmackinac #mackinacislandstatepark #michigan #usa #vacation #vacationmode #vacationvibes #happy #lifeisbeautiful #travel #travellover #travelphotography #photolovers #happiness #instagood #instalove #instalife
6.9.24 - Mackinac Island, where it’s spelled with a “c.” #mackinacisland #grandhotel #archrock #sugarloafrock #mackinacislandstatepark #fortmackinac #michigan #island #lakehuron #geranium
6.9.24 - Mackinac Island, where it’s spelled with a “c.” #mackinacisland #grandhotel #archrock #sugarloafrock #mackinacislandstatepark #fortmackinac #michigan #island #lakehuron #geranium
Late October on Mackinac Island #mackinacisland #fallcolors #northernmichigan #daytrip #horses #fudge #fortmackinac
Late October on Mackinac Island #mackinacisland #fallcolors #northernmichigan #daytrip #horses #fudge #fortmackinac
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
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
Butterflies, forts, boat rides, lake views, and carriage rides. It's been a long, wonderful day on a different island. Mackinac never disappoints! So fun showing kiddo the things we enjoyed 5 years ago on our first trip together to this island. We even polished off the trip with fudge! #mackinacisland #wingsofmackinac #mackinaccarriagetours #archrock #skullcave #fortmackinac #greatlakes #puremichigan #nosaltyairfeelsweird #mayhaveboughttoomuchfudge #sorrynotsorry
Butterflies, forts, boat rides, lake views, and carriage rides. It's been a long, wonderful day on a different island. Mackinac never disappoints! So fun showing kiddo the things we enjoyed 5 years ago on our first trip together to this island. We even polished off the trip with fudge! #mackinacisland #wingsofmackinac #mackinaccarriagetours #archrock #skullcave #fortmackinac #greatlakes #puremichigan #nosaltyairfeelsweird #mayhaveboughttoomuchfudge #sorrynotsorry
island life 🍹🍬🏖🛥 . . . #mackinac #mackinacisland #upperpeninsula #michigan #island #lakelife #freshwater #greatlakes #grandhotel #ferry #docks #fortmackinac #photowalk #summer2023 #familytime #vacation #canonr5c #mirrorless #fullframe #canondslr #lightroom #joshuamccann #photography
island life 🍹🍬🏖🛥 . . . #mackinac #mackinacisland #upperpeninsula #michigan #island #lakelife #freshwater #greatlakes #grandhotel #ferry #docks #fortmackinac #photowalk #summer2023 #familytime #vacation #canonr5c #mirrorless #fullframe #canondslr #lightroom #joshuamccann #photography
The cannon firing at Fort Mackinac #fortmackinac #mackinacisland #demonstration #mackinacislandmichigan #cannondemonstration #itspronouncedmackinaw mackinacisle
The cannon firing at Fort Mackinac #fortmackinac #mackinacisland #demonstration #mackinacislandmichigan #cannondemonstration #itspronouncedmackinaw mackinacisle
Two of my favorite things. Horses and Mackinac island 😍♥️ #mackinacisland #horsesofmackinac #mymackinac #islandlife #thegreatoutdoors #myheart #mackinacislandlife #livelaughlove #islandgirls #mackinacislandmichigan #mackinacislandtourism #mackinacislandcarriagetours #grandhotelmackinacisland #sunset #mackinacislandsunset #puremichigan #fortmackinac
Two of my favorite things. Horses and Mackinac island 😍♥️ #mackinacisland #horsesofmackinac #mymackinac #islandlife #thegreatoutdoors #myheart #mackinacislandlife #livelaughlove #islandgirls #mackinacislandmichigan #mackinacislandtourism #mackinacislandcarriagetours #grandhotelmackinacisland #sunset #mackinacislandsunset #puremichigan #fortmackinac
Mackinac will always have my heart 💙 . . . #mackinac #mackinaw #mackinawcity #mackinacisland #fortmichilimackinac #fortmackinac #roundislandlighthouse #roundisland #lakemichigan #lakehuron #michigan #puremichigan
Mackinac will always have my heart 💙 . . . #mackinac #mackinaw #mackinawcity #mackinacisland #fortmichilimackinac #fortmackinac #roundislandlighthouse #roundisland #lakemichigan #lakehuron #michigan #puremichigan
Hanging out in front of Fort Mackinac... on the blog! ❤️
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