Historic Fort on Mackinac Island

Since we were very near the Fort, it made sense to see it first. Here at Fort Mackinac, history repeats itself every single day.  People dress in Period clothing as they perform their duties. They performed drills while spectators watched.

After climbing this ramp, there were still 27 steps to climb to enter the fort.

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Ramp to Fort Mackinac

Last 27 steps to enter Fort Mackinac

Cannon at Fort Mackinac 

North Blockhouse 1798

They provide bowls with water for their canine visitors.

Angel after getting a drink from the bowl

American Fur Company Store 

The post was constructed by British Soldiers during the American Revolution. Flags have flown over the post since 1780. In inclement weather, they flew a much smaller flag. In 1796, United States soldiers took control of the post and first lifted the Stars and Stripes over Fort Mackinac.

Flags at Fort Mackinac 

Overlooking Lake Huron from the Fort 

Close-up of fence 

It was a joy to see the old upright piano in the Officers' Hill Quarters, but it was roped off so we could not touch it.

Scene from Officers' Hill Quarters 

In the next photo taken from the Fort, the Grand Hotel is on the far right overlooking Lake Michigan. If you look closely, you will see the Mackinac Bridge out in the distance.

Mackinac Bridge and Grand Hotel taken from the Fort

Thank you for visiting. Feel free to leave your comments in the section below. After we exited the Fort, we strolled around the Island. In my next post,  I will share another selection of photos taken that beautiful sunny day.

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