Articles for tag: Crown Jewel of the Great Lakes, Mackinac Island, Mackinac Island Fudge, Mackinac Island fun facts, Mackinac Island National Park, Mackinac vs Mackinaw, Michigan state parks

May 28, 2025

Mackinac Island: The Crown Jewel of the Great Lakes — History, Fun Facts, and Fudge

Discover the fascinating history and fun facts about Mackinac Island, the “Crown Jewel of the Great Lakes.” Learn why it’s spelled Mackinac and Mackinaw, its transformation into a national park, and why it’s the Fudge Capital of the World. If you are a Michigander you have likely visited Mackinac Island. Called the ‘Crown Jewel of ...

August 8, 2024

Doug Marrin

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Uncovering the Secrets of Michigan’s Ancient Petroglyphs

A visit to Michigan’s Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park Photo: Ebmodaakowet, known as the Bone Man, depicted shooting an arrow of knowledge into future generations. Photo by Doug Marrin. In the heart of Michigan’s thumb lies a unique historical treasure, the Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park. “Ezhibiigaadek asin” (aysah-gabah-ahdek ah-sin): knowledge written in stone announces ...

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