The memorial pays tribute to the 17th-century French priest and explorer Jacques Marquette. He introduced the French culture to Native Americans in the wilderness of North America. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has the ownership and administrative rights of the 52-acre memorial—a significant part of Michigan’s historical profile.
The Father Marquette National Memorial is open to visitors for the period between April 1 and November 30. Unless the weather is severe, you can visit there daily from 8 am to 10 pm. The entire premises house the memorial, a 15-station outdoor trail, and breathtaking views of the Mackinac Bridge.
720 Church Street, St Ignace, MI 49781, Phone: 906-643-8620