West Michigan Welcomes Summer // 2025
Summer has arrived in West Michigan! Summer in West Michigan bursts to life with vibrant festivals and sunny beach days along Lake Michigan's shores. Please scroll down for summer inspiration from…
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Fort Mackinac Returns to 1862: "Stanton Guard" Civil War Reenactment Weekend Set for June 21-22
During the summer of 1862, Fort Mackinac held an unusual title: political prison. On June 21–22, reenactors portraying the “Stanton Guard”—a company mustered to guard political prisoners at Fort…
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Join Mackinac State Historic Parks for Wildlife Week at Historic Mill Creek June 21-29
Things are about to get wild at Historic Mill Creek June 21–29 during Wildlife Week, a nine-day celebration of the birds, reptiles, and amphibians that call the site home. Daily nature programs will…
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Join Reenactors and the Interpretive Staff of Fort Mackinac for a War of 1812 Weekend June 14-15
The War of 1812 brought war to Mackinac Island. On June 14-15, War of 1812 reenactors join the Fort Mackinac interpretive staff to explore and tell one of the most important stories of Fort Mackinac…
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Explore Michilimackinac's Maritime Heritage with 'Maritime Michilimackinac' June 7
Join the interpretive staff at Colonial Michilimackinac, in Mackinaw City, for a dedicated look at Michilimackinac’s maritime history this Saturday, June 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Colonial…
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Celebrate King George III's Birth-day at Colonial Michilimackinac
Mackinac State Historic Parks invites you to join the interpretive staff of Colonial Michilimackinac and celebrate the 287 th birthday of King George III on Wednesday, June 4, starting at 9:00 a.m. A…
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Mackinac State Historic Parks Opening for the 2025 Season
As opening day approaches, the Mackinac State Historic Parks team is hard at work protecting, preserving, and presenting the rich history of the Straits of Mackinac by creating new exhibits…
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Memorial Day in West Michigan: Events, Outdoor Fun, and Unforgettable Escapes
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer in West Michigan, and there’s no better place to kick off the season than right here in Pure Michigan’s most beautiful backyard. Discover…
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Majority of Mackinac Island State Park Closed as Crews Continue Cleanup Efforts after Historic Storm
Mackinac Island State Park remains mostly closed after a historic ice storm ravaged northern Michigan last week. M-185, the highway that encircles Mackinac Island, is impassible starting at Arch Rock…
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The Ultimate Guide to Family Fun in West Michigan: Top Activities & Attractions
This article is sponsored by Pierce Cedar Creek Institute in Hastings. West Michigan is a playground for families, offering exciting adventures, hands-on learning, and outdoor fun in every season…
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