Fort Holmes 1937 WPA Reconstruction on Mackinac Island
During the depression, the Works Progress Administration (WPA) put millions of unemployed Americans to work on community projects. One of those was the rebuilding of Fort Holmes on Mackinac Island, Michigan.
Using original, century old plans filed with the War Administration, laborers toiled through the harsh winter weather rebuilding the fort to it's original 1814 appearance.
This film also contains brief scenes of Fort Mackinac and downtown Mackinac Island. In many respects, the island looks almost unchanged today, thanks to the ban on privately-owned automobiles, limited room for development (80% of the island is State Park) and the lack of franchise hotels, restaurants and businesses.
WPA cameras filmed workers around the state working on projects and this segment has been edited from the longer, one-hour film that is part of the National Archives Collection. The film is Public Domain Mark 1.0.
Fort Holmes Restored | Pure Michigan
Until recently, visitors to Mackinac Island were unable to understand what Fort Holmes, on the highest point of the island, may have looked like in it's prime. With the help of the Mackinac State Historic Parks, the site has been redeveloped based on early drawings of the fort.
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The Siege of Fort of Mackinac was one of the first engagements of the War of 1812.A British and Native American force captured the island soon after the outbreak of war between Britain and the United States.Encouraged by the easy British victory, more Native Americans rallied to their support.Their cooperation was an important factor in several British victories during the remainder of the war.
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Bicycle Ride Around Mackinac (Mackinaw) Island
Bicycle Ride Around Mackinaw Island
Mackinac Island is about 8 miles (13 km) in circumference and 3.8 square miles (9.8 km 2) in total area. The highest point of the island is the historic Fort Holmes (originally called Fort George by the British before 1815), which is 320 feet (98 m) above lake level and 890 feet (271 m) above sea level.
Mackinac Island (/ˈmækᵻnɔː/ MAK-in-aw) is an island and resort area, covering 3.8 square miles (9.8 km2) in land area, in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is located in Lake Huron, at the eastern end of the Straits of Mackinac, between the state's Upper and Lower Peninsulas. The island was home to an Odawa settlement before European exploration began in the 17th century. It served a strategic position as a center on the commerce of the Great Lakes fur trade. This led to the establishment of Fort Mackinac on the island by the British during the American Revolutionary War. It was the site of two battles during the War of 1812.
In the late 19th century, Mackinac Island became a popular tourist attraction and summer colony. Much of the island has undergone extensive historical preservation and restoration; as a result, the entire island is listed as a National Historic Landmark. It is well known for its numerous cultural events; its wide variety of architectural styles, including the famous Victorian Grand Hotel; its fudge; and its ban on almost all motor vehicles. More than 80 percent of the island is preserved as Mackinac Island State Park
The island can be reached by private boat, by ferry, by small aircraft, and in the winter, by snowmobile over an ice bridge. The airport has a 3,500-foot (1,070 m) paved runway, and daily charter air service from the mainland is available. In the summer tourist season, ferry service is available from Arnold Transit Company, Shepler's Ferry, and Star Line Ferry to shuttle visitors to the island from St. Ignace and Mackinaw City.
Motorized vehicles have been prohibited on the island since 1898, with the exception of snowmobiles during winter, emergency vehicles, and service vehicles. Travel on the island is either by foot, bicycle, or horse-drawn carriage. Roller skates and roller blades are also allowed, except in the downtown area. Bicycles, roller skates/roller blades, carriages, and saddle horses are available for rent. An 8-mile (13 km) road follows the island's perimeter, and numerous roads, trails and paths cover the interior. M-185, the United States' only state highway without motorized vehicles, makes a circular loop around the island, closely hugging the shoreline.
The island is the location of Mackinac Island State Park, which covers approximately 80 percent of the island and includes Fort Mackinac as well as portions of the island's historic downtown and harbor. No camping is allowed on the island, but numerous hotels and bed and breakfasts are available.
The downtown streets are lined with many retail stores, candy shops, and restaurants. A popular item at the candy shops is the locally produced and nationally known Mackinac Island fudge, leading to tourists sometimes being referred to as fudgies. Many shops sell a variety of fudge, and some of the confectioners have been operating for more than a century. The popularity of the fudge has led to the sales and marketing of Mackinac Island fudge not only throughout Michigan but outside the state as well
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Fort Mackinac, Mackinac Island, Michigan
Fort Mackinac, located on Historic Mackinac Island, Michigan stands guard over the straits of Mackinac in the Great Lake of Huron.
Mackinaw City & Mackinac Island, Michigan / Odkryj Amerykę - Michigan
Mackinac Island is located in Lake Huron, at the eastern end of the Straits of Mackinac, between the state's Upper and Lower Peninsulas. The island was home to an Odawa settlement before European exploration began in the 17th century. This led to the establishment of Fort Mackinac on the island by the British during the American Revolutionary War. It was the site of two battles during the War of 1812.
In the late 19th century, Mackinac Island became a popular tourist attraction and summer colony. Much of the island has undergone extensive historical preservation and restoration; as a result, the entire island is listed as a National Historic Landmark.
It is well known for its numerous cultural events and its wide variety of architectural styles.
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Wyspa Mackinac znajduje się w Lake Huron, na wschodnim krańcu Cieśniny Mackinac, pomiędzy górnym i dolnym półwyspem stanu Michigan. Wyspa była siedzibą osadnictwa w Odawie, zanim europejskie poszukiwania, które rozpoczęły się w XVII wieku. Doprowadziło to do powstania Fortu Mackinac na wyspie przez Brytyjczyków podczas wojny o niepodległość Stanów Zjednoczonych. Miały tu miejsce dwie bitwy podczas wojny 1812 roku.
Pod koniec XIX wieku wyspa Mackinac stała się popularną atrakcją turystyczną i letnią kolonią. Znaczna część wyspy przeszła długą historyczną konserwację i renowację i w rezultacie stała się Narodowo- Historycznym Zabytkiem. Jest dobrze znana z licznych wydarzeń kulturalnych i różnorodnych stylów architektonicznych.
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Mackinac Island - A Ride through History
Come to Michigan and travel north to visit historic Mackinac Island. You will enjoy a unique experience where Horse is King. A horseback ride through Mackinac Island State Park's trails is a magical step back into Mackinac's unique equestrian history.
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Sean and Amy made it up to Fort Holmes on Mackinac Island. While Amy admired the view, Sean picked flowers and walked around the perimeter.
Mackinac Island A 600 Year History
Mackinac Island...A 600 Year History visually walks you through the Indian, French, and British periods, including the building of Fort Mackinac. Hundreds of historic photos depict the years from trading and commercial fishing, to its evolution into one of the greatest resort communities and tourist destinations it is known for today. Available for sale at michiganhistoryvideos.com on DVD & VHS
Fort Michilimackinac - REAL USA Ep. 119
Fort Michilimackinac is one of the many preserved and reconstructed historic sites allowing visitors to step back in time and see what life was really like during the development of the country. Yet largely the fort served more as a commerce site and trading post than a military stronghold.
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Fort Holmes
The view from Fort Holmes