In 1715 French soldiers constructed Fort St. Philippe de Michilimackinac. This fortified community, commonly called Michilimackinac, became the great fur trade center of the Northwest until its relocation to nearby Mackinac Island in 1781. It was here where fur traders and Indians rendezvoused, French and British officers organized war parties and explorers began their journeys into the vast western unknown.
Student visitors get a glimpse of daily life in the 1700’s by listening to the British soldier’s orientation talk, and watching a musket and cannon firing demonstration. They also learn about the diversity of the times through the new Native Americans Program and the underground archeological exhibit.
To learn more please visit:
www.mackinacparks.com/colonial-michilimackinac