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SUMMARY:Art Show: Straits of America!
DESCRIPTION:A Kids Art Show Celebrating America 250 & the Straits of Mackinac\nIn celebration of America’s 250th anniversary\, we invite young artists to explore the past\, present\, and future of our nation through a local lens—the Straits of Mackinac! \nStraits of America! asks students to imagine how the Straits connect people\, places\, and stories across 250 years of American history. From tall ships and lighthouses to bridges\, legends\, and bold future visions\, this theme is open to creativity\, imagination\, and fun. \nArt Display | Free Admission
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/art-show-straits-of-america/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:We "SEE" you day!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special community day focused on vision care and service. The Mackinaw City Lions Club will provide free vision screenings for children during museum hours. \nVisitors will also receive free museum admission when they donate a pair of gently used eyeglasses\, helping support Lions Club programs that provide vision care to those in need. \nCome support a great cause while enjoying a day aboard the ship. \n  \nFree Museum Admission with a donation of a pair of gently used eyeglasses.
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/we-see-you-day/
LOCATION:Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum\, 131 S Huron Ave\, Mackinaw City\, MI\, 49701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Veteran Appreciation Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us aboard the ship as we honor the men and women who have served our country. Veteran Appreciation Day recognizes the dedication and sacrifice of military veterans with a day of gratitude and remembrance. \nVeterans are invited to explore the museum\, connect with fellow service members\, and enjoy the stories of those who served aboard Great Lakes vessels. Throughout the day\, we will recognize the important role veterans have played in protecting our nation and shaping maritime history. \nAs a token of appreciation\, all veterans receive free admission during museum hours.
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/veteran-appreciation-day/
LOCATION:Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum\, 131 S Huron Ave\, Mackinaw City\, MI\, 49701\, United States
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SUMMARY:July's First Friday: Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate community\, history\, and the start of Independence Day weekend during this special First Friday Volunteer Day as part of our 20th Anniversary Celebration. \nJoin us aboard the ship to lend a hand while helping preserve the stories and spaces that make this museum special. Volunteers can join for one hour or the whole afternoon\, assisting with a variety of projects such as organizing\, light cleaning\, painting\, and other hands-on tasks that keep the ship shipshape. \nIt’s a fun and meaningful way to connect with the community\, celebrate 20 years of the museum\, and kick off the Fourth of July holiday while supporting local history. \nBring your enthusiasm\, bring a friend\, and help us celebrate this milestone together! \nFree and open to all ages.
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/julys-first-friday-volunteer-day/
LOCATION:Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum\, 131 S Huron Ave\, Mackinaw City\, MI\, 49701\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Women Who Built the Mackinaw Day
DESCRIPTION:Step into the spirit of the World War II home front and meet Rosie the Riveter\, the powerful symbol of the women who stepped forward to help build\, repair\, and support America’s fleet. \nVisitors can meet Rosie aboard the ship\, learn about the vital work women performed during wartime\, and discover how their efforts helped keep vessels like the Mackinaw ready for service. It’s a chance to explore an inspiring chapter of history while celebrating the determination and teamwork that defined a generation. \nStop by\, ask questions\, snap a photo\, and discover why Rosie’s message still inspires today. \nIncluded with regular museum admission.
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/the-women-who-built-the-mackinaw-day/
LOCATION:Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum\, 131 S Huron Ave\, Mackinaw City\, MI\, 49701\, United States
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SUMMARY:America 250- Independence Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Independence Day aboard the ship during our America 250 celebration\, part of the nationwide commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary. \nVisitors can explore the museum\, enjoy patriotic displays\, and receive a special Fourth of July gift as part of the day’s festivities. In the evening\, guests can experience one of the most spectacular views in the Straits during a fireworks viewing event aboard the ship. \nA special ticket is required for the fireworks viewing event.
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/saturday/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:Fireworks aboard the Icebreaker Museum!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 4th of July with the best seats in Mackinaw City—right on the decks of the historic ship! Enjoy evening tours of the museum while you relax on deck and take in the spectacular fireworks display over the Straits. \nAs dusk falls\, watch the sky light up during Northern Michigan’s largest fireworks show\, all from the unique vantage point of the Icebreaker Mackinaw. It’s a one-of-a-kind way to celebrate an all-American Independence Day surrounded by history\, community\, and incredible views. \nSpecial tickets required. Weather permitting. Fireworks begin at dusk.
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/fireworks-aboard-the-icebreaker-museum-2/
LOCATION:Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum\, 131 S Huron Ave\, Mackinaw City\, MI\, 49701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rosie on the Mackinaw
DESCRIPTION:Step aboard and meet Rosie the Riveter as we celebrate the women whose hard work and determination helped support ships like the Mackinaw. During this special program\, visitors can meet Rosie and learn about the important roles women played in shipbuilding\, wartime industry\, and maritime support during the World War II era. \nFrom factories and shipyards to communications and logistics\, women stepped forward to help keep the fleet operating during critical moments in history. Their contributions helped power the ships\, crews\, and missions that protected the nation. \nStop by to hear stories from the wartime home front\, ask questions\, and snap a photo with Rosie while celebrating the women whose efforts helped keep the mission moving forward. \nIncluded with regular museum admission.
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/rosie-on-the-mackinaw/
LOCATION:Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum\, 131 S Huron Ave\, Mackinaw City\, MI\, 49701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Christmas in July
DESCRIPTION:Who says the holidays only come once a year? Join us aboard the ship for Christmas in July\, a festive summertime celebration with a nautical twist. \nEnjoy the cheerful spirit of the season while exploring the ship and taking part in lighthearted holiday fun. It’s the perfect chance to celebrate with family and friends\, soak up the summer sunshine\, and experience a little mid-year holiday magic. \nFrom seasonal surprises to cheerful decorations and plenty of maritime charm\, Christmas in July is a fun and unexpected way to enjoy the museum during the summer season. \nIncluded with admission. \n 
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/christmas-in-july/
LOCATION:Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum\, 131 S Huron Ave\, Mackinaw City\, MI\, 49701\, United States
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SUMMARY:History Happy Hour- Christmas Tree Ship
DESCRIPTION:Join us for History Happy Hour and discover the fascinating story of the Christmas Tree Ships that once sailed the Great Lakes each winter. These hardy vessels carried thousands of evergreen trees from northern forests to cities across the region\, bringing the spirit of the holidays to families far from the woods. \nThis engaging program explores the maritime traditions\, communities\, and daring lake captains who helped create one of the Great Lakes’ most beloved seasonal stories. Learn how these ships braved cold waters\, unpredictable weather\, and late-season voyages to deliver Christmas trees to bustling ports. \nGrab a seat\, relax\, and enjoy an informal dive into this unique chapter of Great Lakes history—where maritime life and holiday tradition meet. \nFree event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/history-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum\, 131 S Huron Ave\, Mackinaw City\, MI\, 49701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260726T130000
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SUMMARY:Rosie Who Built the Mackinaw
DESCRIPTION:“We Can Do It!” Step aboard and meet Rosie the Riveter\, the iconic symbol of the millions of women whose work helped keep America’s ships sailing. \nDuring this special program\, visitors can meet Rosie and learn about the many ways women supported the fleet—from shipbuilding and engineering to logistics\, communications\, and operations. Their determination and skill helped vessels like the Mackinaw carry out their vital missions. \nStop by to hear stories from the wartime home front\, ask questions\, and snap a photo with one of history’s most recognizable figures. It’s a chance to celebrate the strength\, teamwork\, and perseverance that helped shape maritime history. \nIncluded with regular museum admission.
URL:https://themackinaw.org/event/rosie-who-built-the-mackinaw/
LOCATION:Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum\, 131 S Huron Ave\, Mackinaw City\, MI\, 49701\, United States
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