After eight months of extensive renovations, Mackinac State Historic Parks is proud to announce the reopening of the Colonial Michilimackinac Visitor’s Center for the 2025 season on June 20. This project, made possible through a $35 million appropriation from the State of Michigan for infrastructure improvements, marks a significant transformation of one of the park’s most important facilities.

“We are thrilled to open the doors on this beautifully renovated facility to the public,” said Steve Brisson, Director of Mackinac State Historic Parks. “Whether it’s purchasing tickets to Colonial Michilimackinac, seeking out more information on Michilimackinac State Park, or shopping at our museum store, we know our guests will enjoy a visit here.”

Key enhancements to the visitor experience include:

  • New, fully accessible restrooms, including attendant-accessible stalls.
  • A centralized admissions, information, and store counter, streamlining service and improving the guest experience.
  • Installation of heating and air conditioning, allowing year-round climate control.
  • Energy-efficient windows and doors, along with major roof repairs, greatly improving the building’s sustainability.
  • A completely redesigned museum store.
  • Patios on either end of the building.
  • Improved staff facilities with relocated offices and expanded workspaces.
  • Maximized storage capacity, utilizing the former theater space.
  • A fresh new interior with light-colored walls and ceilings to brighten the space.
  • A new timeline exhibit within the ticketed area, exploring the rich history of Michilimackinac State Park.

The updated Colonial Michilimackinac Visitor’s Center is now open and ready to welcome guests for the 2025 season. The Visitor’s Center is open 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. daily. Colonial Michilimackinac, a reconstructed fort and fur trading hub, is open 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. daily, with last admission/ticket sold at 6:00 p.m. Many major programs and initiatives are supported by Mackinac Associates, friends preserving and sharing Mackinac’s heritage.

For more information, visit www.mackinacparks.com