Mackinac State Historic Parks

Mackinac State Historic Parks. . , Historic Mill Creek , Have an Adventure. , Step into one of the oldest industrial sites on the Upper Great Lakes. Smell the sawdust as sawyers demonstrate the pit saw method of cutting lumber, feel the power of the creek used to cut timber inside the reconstructed sawmill, and join trained naturalists for programs showcasing the natural beauty of the North Woods., Fort Mackinac Estd. 1780 , Iconic. , The cannon blasts, the rifles fire, the soldiers march and history comes alive. 14 buildings, regular demonstrations and tours bring the fort to life. Your ticket also includes admission to the Mackinac Art Museum, Biddle House, and Benjamin Blacksmith Shop, American Fur Co. Store, and others., Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Estd. 1889 , Made to be Seen. , A point in the storm and guiding beacon since 1889, Old Mackinac Point Lightouse helped passing ships navigate the treacheous waters of the Straits of Mackinac. Authentically restored quarters and exhibits, including the original lens, historic interpreters, and the Straits of Mackinac Shipwreck Museum make this "Castle of the Straits" a true gem of the Great Lakes.