Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse was known as the "Castle on the Straits" upon its completion, and it's not hard to see why. The house and grounds are being restored back to its 1910 appearance, and interactive exhibits and galleries, informative demonstrations, and tours of the tower allow guests the opportunity to step back int time and see what life was like for keepers and mariners at the turn of the 20th century.
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What To Expect
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
Exhibits
The Keepers’ Quarters contains three rooms restored to their 1910 appearance and a gallery exhibit. Exhibits devoted to optics and lenses as well as sound and fog signals are located on the main floor of the house. The second floor features a gallery space that tell the story of Keeper George Marshall and his family.
Movies
Shipwrecks of the Straits and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Tower Tour are presented in the Barn.
Straits of Mackinac Shipwreck Museum
Located in the reconstructed warehouse, this exhibit features audiovisual displays and a variety of original artifacts to tell the story of the numerous shipwrecks that dot the Straits of Mackinac.
Fog Signal Whistle
A demonstration of the Fog Signal Whistle, led by a costumed interpreter, will take place in front of the Fog Signal Building at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m.
Tower Tours
Tours of the Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse tower take place at scheduled times throughout the day.
• Admission Ticket Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
Max group – 15
