Category Archives: Michigan

Colonial Michilimackinac — Mackinaw City, Michigan

Posted on July 10, 1994 by Roger

We walked to this fort from our hotel along the shore of Lakes Huron and Michigan and under the Mackinac Bridge. It’s been restored and is operated by the State of Michigan, and I was very impressed. The original fort … Continue reading →

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Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse — Mackinaw City, Michigan

Posted on July 10, 1994 by Roger

After vacationing with my parents in Wisconsin, we took the scenic route home through the Upper Peninsula. We crossed the Mackinac Bridge and got a hotel room in Mackinaw City. (Incidentally, whether it’s spelled “Mackinac” or Mackinaw,” it’s pronounced “Mackinaw.”) … Continue reading →

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Copper Harbor Lighthouse — Copper Harbor, Michigan

Posted on July 8, 1994 by Roger

The Copper Harbor Lighthouse is on a small mainland peninsula, but is only accessible to tourists by boat. This was my younger daughter’s first boat ride — she sat on her Grandpa’s lap and seemed to enjoy herself. The ride … Continue reading →

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Fort Wilkins State Park — Michigan

Posted on July 8, 1994 by Roger

I spent the day exploring the Keweenaw Peninsula with my family. We ate lunch at the Harbor Haus overlooking Copper Harbor. My family wanted to shop, so I took off and walked about a mile to Fort Wilkins State Park. … Continue reading →

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