150 years ago: Mackinac Island becomes 2nd US National Park

150 years ago: Mackinac Island becomes 2nd US National Park

Before it was Michigan's first state park, Mackinac Island was home to the country's second National Park.

150th Anniversary: Mackinac National Park History to be Celebrated in 2025 - The St. Ignace News

A horse-drawn vehicle takes visitors from downtown to Mackinac National Park attractions during the late 1800s. MACKINAC STATE HISTORIC PARKS/COURTESY PHOTO The Mackinac State Historic Parks anno... You must be an online subscriber to view this story. If you are able to login but not view the story, your subscription has most likely expired and you should renew. Full versions of news stories and archives are available to online subscribers only…