Downtown Mackinac is home to a range of historic attractions. Guests can stop by the McGulpin House to learn about William McGulpin, a Mackinac Island resident who worked for the American Fur Company. At the American Fur Company Store and the Dr. Beaumont Museum, visitors can discover the story of Alex St. Martin, a Canadian explorer whose injured stomach was used as a testing ground for medical experiments.

The nearby Biddle House is a good spot for learning about domestic life on Mackinac Island, and the adjoining Benjamin Blacksmith Shop is used to teach visitors about blacksmithing techniques. Historic Downtown Map

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