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Mackinac Island Boat Service
Title:
Mackinac Island Boat Service
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome

Description:
Lucy Gridley Capt. R.C. Welch - Junction US 27 & 31, Mackinaw City, Michigan Summer Schedule Leave Mackinaw City 9:30, 12:30, 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm, leave Mackinac Island 10:30 am, 1:45 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:30 pm. Free Parking Mackinac Island Boat Service Phone 3347 Mackinaw City, for reservations


The Fort, Inc
Title:
The Fort, Inc
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Restaurant, cocktails, gift shop and candy kitchen. Opposite Ft. Michilimackinac., P.O. Box 118. Overlooking one of Northern Michigan's finest tourist attractions, Fort Michilimackinac, featuring a salad bar and smorgasbord, "All you can eat" at reasonable prices. Serving your favorite cocktail, wine or beer, also a complete ala-carte menu. Meeting and banquet room available. The largest and most complete gift shop and candy kitchen in the north featuring "delicious Mackinaw City fudge." Phone AC 606 - 436-5453



Restored Fort Michilimackinac
Title:
Restored Fort Michilimackinac
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Showing replicas of 18th century military punishiment devises in the foreground. Farther back the parking lot and in the distance the majestic Mackinac Straits Bridge. Within the Fort are many historic documents and artifacts, also many colorful murals showing scenes of life and costumes of early days


Huron Motel
Title:
Huron Motel
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome PM 1966 Jul-17

Description:
On the water. 617 S. Huron Street near Mackinaw Island ferry dock. Comfortable modern rooms - carpeted - Electric heat - Free T.V. - Free Coffee in every room - Sandy beach - in walking distance to good restaurants and shops. Telephone H. E. 6-8986. Owned and operated by Earl and Nellie Steeg Dexter Press Inc



Aerial view of Mackinaw City
Title:
Aerial view of Mackinaw City
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome PM 1981 Oct-21

Description:
Aerial view of Mackinaw City, Michigan and Mackinac Bridge spanning the Straits of Mackinac to St. Ignace, Michigan. HIstoric Fort Michilimackinac is located at the foot of the bridge


The Mackinac Bridge Highway Information Station
Title:
The Mackinac Bridge Highway Information Station
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Located in Mackinaw City at the southern approach to the Bridge. Complete road information is available here, as well as literature describing scenic attractions of the area. This is a service rendered by the Michigan Highway Department



Starlite Motel & Sands Motel
Title:
Starlite Motel & Sands Motel
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Continental Chrome unused

Description:
At first exit off I-75 N on US 31. Ph. (616) 436-5503 or (616) 436-5551 60 Luxurious Units, On large, beautifully landscaped grounds. Two Heated Pools. Cable & Color TV. Individually Controlled Heat. Playground. Game Room. Coffee & Snacks. Close to Ferry Docks, Restaurants & Shopping. We Honor All Major Credit Cards. Happiness Is "Vacationing With Us" Dexter Press, Inc


Waneta Court
Title:
Waneta Court
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen unused

Description:
Waneta Court on the Lake, 37 Modern Units, Overlooking Mackinaw Island on U.S. 23 and 27. 800 ft. South of East ramp to Bridge



The Mackinaw Pancake & Steak House
Title:
The Mackinaw Pancake & Steak House
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
1st Exit South of Bridge at W. Jamet St. Box 5-Mackinaw City, Mich. 49701 A one-stop restaurant facility for the traveling public. Featuring pancakes & steaks at moderate prices. Gift shop - clean rest rooms - candy counter featuring Mackinaw City Fudge and a self serve Shell Gas Station. Open year round. Ph. (616) 436-7511


The Villager Motel
Title:
The Villager Motel
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
One block south of Fort Michilimackinac and Centrally located to all points of interest. 20 Completely modern motel units. Accommodates 2 to 6 guests. Tub & Shower Combinations - Free TV Spacious Parklike Grounds. Near excellent restaurants and entertainment. Phone 436-8311 Bernard & Lillian Wurm



The Villager Motel
Title:
The Villager Motel
Mackinaw Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
One block south of Fort Michilimackinac and Centrally located to all points of interest. 20 Completely modern motel units. Accommodates 2 to 6 guests. Tub and shower combinations - Free TV. Spacious parklike rounds. Near excellent restaurants and entertainment. Phone 436-8311 Bernard and Lillian Wurm


Capri Motel
Title:
Capri Motel
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Series 447-D Capri Motel Mackinaw City, Mich. 49701 Located on M-108 directly across Travel Information Center. 27 Carpeted Units - Electric Heat - Combination Tub & Shower - T.V. - Heated Pool - Picnic & Playground Area - Open Year Around. P.O. Box 718 Phone Area 616-436-5498 Your Hosts Rich & Chris Wallick Dexter Press, Inc



Travelers Motel INC
Title:
Travelers Motel INC
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Series 4888-D Located on U.S. 23 one block east of intersection of U.S. 31 U.S. 23 and I-75 at approach to Makinac bridge along Lake Huron. 45 fully carpeted units with cable color t.v.-air conditioning-showers and tubs-outdoor/indoor heated pool-private sandy beach. shuffleboard. New lake front units with balcony. Beautiful view of Mackinac bridge and Mackinac island. Near shops and restaurants and Mackinac island Ferrt. The place to stay in MAckinac City Mich 49701 P.O. box 496 phone 616 Hemlock 6-5539. Your hosts -Mr. and Mrs. Alfonso Leighio Dexter Press, Inc


The Glass Menagerie
Title:
The Glass Menagerie
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome

Description:
40404-B Series Fantasy in Glass. Visit The Glass Menagerie for unusual gifts in glass. Hand blown and crafted Art Glass. 331 E. Central Avenue (across from City Hall). Mackinaw City, Michigan Dexter Press



Mackinac Island, Mich
Title:
Mackinac Island, Mich
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Series 46742-H Mackinac Island, Michigan The public school, with grades through junior high school, is located on the southwestern section of the Island overlooking the Straits of Mackinac. Photo by Lucy Gridley


Mackinac Bridge
Title:
Mackinac Bridge
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
“The most beautiful span built by man” connects the great vacationlands of Michigan's upper and Lower Peninsulas at the historic Straits of Mackinac, Bridge crossers thrill to the breath-taking view of these sky-blue waters dotted by emerald green islands trimmed with white limestone shorelines. Here a century or so ago the Indians, French, English and Colonists vied for control of this crossroads of America. History comes alive in the enchanting land of Hiawatha



The Mackinac Bridge
Title:
The Mackinac Bridge
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Series P32651 the world's longest and most beautiful bridge. Designed by Dr. D. b. Steinman, and opened to traffic on November 1, 1957


St. Anthony's Church, West Central Ave, 5 Blocks West of M-75 Overpass
Title:
St. Anthony's Church, West Central Ave, 5 Blocks West of M-75 Overpass
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Series 107720



Town House Motel, U. S. 23, P O Box 665
Title:
Town House Motel, U. S. 23, P O Box 665
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Series S19250L3 U.S. 23-at Southern Approach to the New Straits of Mackinac Bridge. Overlooking the Straits and Beautiful Mackinac Island. One of Northern Michigan's Better Motels. Spacious Units-Completely Carpeted-Tile Showers-Some with Tub and Shower Combinations. Spacious Parklike Grounds Extending to the lake


The Pines Motel, Box 396
Title:
The Pines Motel, Box 396
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Modern motel with electric heat. Located on the Straits of Mackinac in Mackinaw City. Restaurant on either side of motel. Shuffleboard. Ferry service to Mackinac Island from premises. "Mackinaw - The Bridge City"



Windmill Waffle Shop
Title:
Windmill Waffle Shop
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen unused

Description:
Series 6A91-N At the tip of the Lower Peninsula, where you cross the Beautiful Straits of Mackinac to nature's beauty spot, Mackinac Island. Also the gateway to the Upper Peninsula and the scenic shore drive around Lake Michigan.


Aerial View Of Mackinaw City
Title:
Aerial View Of Mackinaw City
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Series MC-170 Aerial view of Mackinaw City, Michigan and Mackinac Bridge spanning the Straits of Mackinac to St. Ignace, Michigan. Historic Fort Michilimackinac is located at the foot of the bridge. "In the Land of Hiawatha"



Tip Of The Mitt Motel, 2/10 of Mile South of City Limits on U.S. 23
Title:
Tip Of The Mitt Motel, 2/10 of Mile South of City Limits on U.S. 23
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Series 1019-C Relax in Our Park Like Grounds - - and Watch The Lights come on - - On "Big Mac" Bridge. We're located right across from Famous Mackinac Island. Units completely carpeted - - Tile showers. Accommodates 2 to 4 guests.


Flamingo Motel, U. S. 31 - 1 1/2 Miles South
Title:
Flamingo Motel, U. S. 31 - 1 1/2 Miles South
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome PM 1960 Feb-18

Description:
Series S28433L2 U.S. 31 – 1 1/2 Miles South of World Famous Mackinac Straits Bridge. Mackinaw City, Michigan Phone: Hemlock 6-8701. While visiting Michigan's beautiful vacationland, let us contribute to your pleasure. Spacious – Ultra Modern family & single units – With Electric Heat. Ceramic tile showers. Large parklike playground & Picnic Area.



State Ferry And Railway Docks
Title:
State Ferry And Railway Docks
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen unused


Surf Motel, 907 Huron St
Title:
Surf Motel, 907 Huron St
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Continental Chrome unused

Description:
Located on U.S. 23 with beautiful view of Big Mac Bridge and Mackinac Island. The Surf has spacious 1 and 2 room units • Color Cable T.V. • Air Conditioning • Electric Heat • The Surf has a Sandy Beach • Heated Swimming pool • Large spacious, shaded grounds extending from highway to Lake Huron • Picnic Tables • Children's Playground • Cookouts and Lawn Games for your Enjoyment. Your Hosts Bob and Marjorie McDonald



Entrance To Fort Michilimackinac
Title:
Entrance To Fort Michilimackinac
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
The Indian name for this Fort was "Pe-quote-nonge". The Fort was transferred to this site from a spot near St. Ignace some time after 1712 Held by the French until 1760 - Garrisoned by the English in 1761. The Ojibway Indians captured the Fort and massacred nearly the entire garrison in June 1763.


Massacre Fort Michilimackinac
Title:
Massacre Fort Michilimackinac
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
In 1761, Charles Langlade, the French Acting Commander at Fort Michilimackinac, surrendered to Captain Balfour, thus ending the reign of King Louis XV in the American Northwest, and beginning the British rule under his Britannic Majesty, George III.



Aerial View Of Mackinaw City
Title:
Aerial View Of Mackinaw City
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Aerial view of Mackinaw City, Michigan and Mackinac Bridge spanning the Straits of Mackinac to St. Ignace, Michigan. Historic Fort Michilimackinac is located at the foot of the bridge.


Michilimackinac State Park
Title:
Michilimackinac State Park
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Built in 1872, old Mackinaw Lighthouse now stands inactive along the Straits of Mackinac shores since 1957 when lights and fog horn were moved to the towers of the Mackinac Bridge (seen in background). There is a possibility that a marine museum may some day open the picturesque old lighthouse to the public.



The Mackinac Bridge And Fort Michilimackinac
Title:
The Mackinac Bridge And Fort Michilimackinac
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
This fort, built about 1715, put French soldiers at the Straits for the first time since 1701. British troops seized the fort in 1761. On June 2, 1763, during Pontiac's uprising, Chippewa Indians killed most of the small force and held the fort for a year. The British moved the fort for a year. The British moved the fort to Mackinac Island in 1781, and the old fort area reverted to the wilderness.


Aerial View Of Mackinaw City
Title:
Aerial View Of Mackinaw City
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Aerial view of Mackinaw City, Michigan and Mackinac Bridge spanning the Straits of Mackinac to St. Ignace, Michigan. Historic Fort Michilimackinac is located at the foot of the bridge.



Bonter's Imperial Service & Restaurant
Title:
Bonter's Imperial Service & Restaurant
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
2nd Exit going north to Mackinaw City, Mich. On 1-75 approach to Mackinac Bridge. Free overnight Trailer Parking. Everything for the Sportsman - You name it, We have it. For hunting & fishing information, Ask for Jerry. Both Station & Restaurant open 24 hrs. We never Close.


Historic Fort Michilimackinac
Title:
Historic Fort Michilimackinac
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Entrance to the Fort Michilimackinac State Park. Here the visitor has a rare opportunity to witness history in the making. Archaeologists and historians have combined their talents to reconstruct the fort as it was in the 1760's and 70's, the period of British rule.



Mackinac Straits Bridge
Title:
Mackinac Straits Bridge
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Mackinac Straits Bridge as viewed from Lookout Post at corner of Fort Michilimackinac with parking lot in the foreground


Mackinac Bridge
Title:
Mackinac Bridge
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Longest Suspension Bridge, anchorage to anchorage, in the World - connecting Michigan's two peninsulas - opened to traffic Nov. 1, 1957. Facts: Total Length of Superstructure - 19,205 ft. Total Length of Suspension Bridge - 8,614 ft. Length of Main Span - 3,800 ft. Length of Bridge and Approaches 26,444 ft. Height of Towers above 552 ft. Depth of Tower Piers Below Water - 206 ft. Clearance for Ships at Center - 148 Ft. Width of Roadway - 48 ft. Main Cables - 2; diameter - 24� in. Estimated Weight of superstructure 76,300 tons cost - $96,400,033.33.



Mackinac Straits Bridge
Title:
Mackinac Straits Bridge
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
This engineering masterpiece, one of man's truly great achievements, forms a 4 lane ribbon of highway over the turbulent straits of Mackinac between St. Ignace and Mackinaw City, Michigan. Its contribution to the economy of Upper Michigan and the North Country cannot help but be significant. The overall length makes it the longest bridge of its type in the world. Opened in November of 1957, it carries thousands and thousands of vehicles between the two great peninsulas of Michigan.


Straits Transit Ferries
Title:
Straits Transit Ferries
Mackinaw Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Straits Transit Ferries Island Princes & Straits of Mackinac II The Fast, large, steel ferries provide passenger service between historic Mackinaw City & Mackinac Island.



The Mackinac Bridge
Title:
The Mackinac Bridge
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Connecting Mackinaw City and St. Ignace, Michigan. Thousands of people of all ages are seen here enjoying the special annual Labor Day Walk across the 5 mile bridge spanning the Straits of Mackinac. It is the only day walking is allowed on the bridge.


The Mackinac Bridge
Title:
The Mackinac Bridge
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
The Annual Mackinac Bridge Walk starts from the Toll Plaza at St. Ignace and ends at mackinaw City. Participants of all ages make the walk



The Mackinac Bridge
Title:
The Mackinac Bridge
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Joining Michigan's Peninsulas Lofty spires of the New Mackinac Straits Bridge reach upward 552 ft. above water level. The main cables which these towers hold are 24� inches in diameter Note the large lake freighter passing underneath


The Mackinanc Bridge And Michilimackinac State Park
Title:
The Mackinanc Bridge And Michilimackinac State Park
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
The Picnic area as seen from the Bridge. Fort Michilimackinac (restored) is also located in the park along the shores of the Straits of Mackinac



Mackinaw City
Title:
Mackinaw City
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome PM 1962 Jul-17


The Mighty Mac
Title:
The Mighty Mac
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Chrome PM 1969

Description:
This great bridge completed in 1957 cost over $100,000,000. and connects Michigan's Lower peninsula to the Upper. It runs between Mackinaw City and St. Ignace, a distance of 19,240 feet. It is the World's largest suspension Bridge.



Historic Fort Michilimackinac
Title:
Historic Fort Michilimackinac
Mackinaw Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
Bi-Centennial of the Massacre June 2, 1763. This historic Fort, once occupied alternately by the French, Indians, and British, is being reconstructed as it was during the period of British rule - the 1760's and 1770's on June 2, 1763, the British garrison was massacred or taken prisoner by the Chippewa Indians who used a game of Bagattiway (Lacrosse) as a subterfuge to gain entrance to the Fort.


Shepler's Bridge Tours
Title:
Shepler's Bridge Tours
Mackinaw Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
View the latest wonder of the modern world, the $100,000,000 Mackinac Bridge under construction. Leaving regularly form shepler's Dock. A half block north of State Ferry Dock. Free parking at Railroad pier. Also taxi service to mackinac Island. Bring your camera.



Greetings From Mackinaw City
Title:
Greetings From Mackinaw City
Mackinaw Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
The hub of the straits Region, Mackinaw City is the southern terminus of the new $100,000,000 Straits Bridge now under construction. Shown in an aerial view of Mackinaw City looking north, and an artist's drawing of the center span of the new bridge, scheduled for opening in 1957.


Fort Michilimackinac And The Mackinac Bridge
Title:
Fort Michilimackinac And The Mackinac Bridge
Mackinaw Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
This old fort is one of the most historical spots on the lower peninsula and is open to the public at no charge. Located in the state park at the southern terminus of the Mackinac Bridge



Greetings From Mackinaw City
Title:
Greetings From Mackinaw City
Mackinaw Michigan (MI), Chrome unused

Description:
"The Bridge City" The hub of the Straits Region, Mackinaw City is the southern terminus of the new $100,000,000 Straits Bridge now under construction. Shown is an aerial view of Mackinaw City looking north, and an artist's drawing of the center span of the new bridge, scheduled for opening in 1957.


The Mackinac Bridge
Title:
The Mackinac Bridge
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen unused

Description:
The center span of a five-mile bridge being constructed across the Straits of Mackinac, connecting Michigan's two great peninsulas at mackinaw City on the lower, and St. Ignace on the upper. Designed by Dr. D. B. Steinman, this bridge has been engineered to withstand many times the recorded stresses of ice pressure, wind velocity, gravity and so forth. Overall length of bridge is 5 miles, has four lanes for traffic. Center span 3800 feet long between two 565 foot towers, water clearance of 150 feet. Construction started in May 1954, scheduled for opening in 1957.



Cannon In City Park
Title:
Cannon In City Park
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), White Border PM 1923


Entrance To StatePark
Title:
Entrance To StatePark
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen unused



State Tourist Park
Title:
State Tourist Park
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen PM 1940


Entrance To State Park
Title:
Entrance To State Park
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen PM 1948



Sunset On Wawatam Beach
Title:
Sunset On Wawatam Beach
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen unused


Main Street
Title:
Main Street
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen unused



Stimson Hotel
Title:
Stimson Hotel
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Real Photo unused


Greetings From Mackinaw City
Title:
Greetings From Mackinaw City
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), White Border PM 1940



Fort Michilimackinac
Title:
Fort Michilimackinac
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen unused

Description:
The Indian name for this fort was "Pe-quote-nonge". The Fort was transferred to this site from a spot near St. Ignace some time after 1712 - Held by the French until 1760 - Garrisoned by the English in 1761. Th Ojibway Indians captured the Fort and massacred nearly the entire garrison in June 1763.


Greetings From Mackinaw City
Title:
Greetings From Mackinaw City
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI), Linen PM 1951



Wegner's Cafe
Title:
Wegner's Cafe
Mackinaw City Michigan (MI) PM 1940

Description:
Old Car's Out Front




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