Ever wondered what it was like inside Colonial Michilimackinac as the sun was setting? Here’s your chance to find out.
Join the interpretive staff for “Moonlit Michilimackinac,” beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the National Historic Landmark on Saturday, August 24. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy an evening at the 1770s fort and fur trading village and watch the sunset, talk with staff about what the historic residents did at night, and experience the end of the day in 1781. Select buildings will remain open as well.
“This event will allow guests to get a deeper understanding of the historic residents of Michilimackinac,” said Craig Wilson, Mackinac State Historic Parks’ Chief Curator. “They’ll be able to explore select buildings, discuss nighttime routines with interpreters, and enjoy the sunset over the Straits of Mackinac.”
This is a free event with donations welcome. Entrance will be on the corner of Straits Avenue and Louvigny Street, across from the Fort Fudge Shop. This event is subject to cancellation in the event of inclement weather.
Colonial Michilimackinac was originally constructed by the French in 1715 and later occupied by the British. It was moved to Mackinac Island in 1780-81 and became Fort Mackinac. It has been operated as a museum since 1958 and is home to one of the longest ongoing archaeological excavations of its kind.
Support for many Mackinac State Historic Parks programs comes from Mackinac Associates, friends preserving and sharing Mackinac’s heritage. More information on Colonial Michilimackinac and all other sites operated by Mackinac State Historic Parks can be found here.
