Mackinac Associates Events

2026 Events

Art Contest Open House & Reception

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Mackinac Associates and the Mackinac Island Arts Council award prizes to the artists who best capture the year’s theme, Echoes of the Island: A Journey Through Time. The event includes a reception and open house at the Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum.

RSVP not required.

G. Mennen Williams Mackinac Celebration

Saturday, June 20, 2026 | Location TBD

Named in honor of Governor "Soapy" Williams, the G. Mennen Williams Mackinac Celebration exemplifies our love for Mackinac Island's rich history and Governor Williams' key role in 1958 in bringing together local leaders, historians, and politicians to support the historic restoration and professional museum program at Mackinac State Historic Parks.

Mackinac Associates Red, White and Blue Celebration

Saturday, July 4, 2026

A great way to continue the holiday festivities, join fellow Mackinac Associates members for a Fourth of July reception at the Huron Road Pavilion near Fort Mackinac. The fort will be open for fireworks viewing from the island later in the evening. This event is free for Mackinac Associates members.

Member Exclusive!
Behind the Scenes: MSHP Collections Tour

Summer 2026

Do you ever wonder where Mackinac State Historic Parks keeps all of the items in their collection that aren't on display? Now is your chance to find out! Join us for this behind the scenes members-only program at the Heritage Center on Mackinac Island. There is no cost to attend the tour but RSVP is required. Limited to 30 people.

Member Exclusive!
Behind the Scenes

Summer 2026

Join us for a special interpretation program just for Mackinac Associates members.

More details will be shared closer to the events.

Mackinac Associates Annual Meeting,
Mackinac Island

Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026

Join us on Mackinac Island for the annual Mackinac Associates Member Meeting! Learn about what exciting projects we have on the horizon, including a major park redesign. The program will be followed by a short business meeting and election of board of trustees members.

More details to come.