Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum

06/17/2026

🚢 Scavenger Hunt, a $100 Prize, & Gorgeous Greenery: Join Us for Business After

Looking for a unique way to network, explore a piece of maritime history, and win big?

The Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce is co-hosting its next Business After Hours event aboard the legendary USCGC Mackinaw WAGB-83 Icebreaker Maritime Museum in Mackinaw City! Whether you are looking to connect with local professionals or just want a fun evening out on a historic vessel, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

📅 Event Details:
When: Thursday, June 18
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum
(131 S. Huron Ave, Mackinaw City)

🔍 Explore the Ship with a Scavenger Hunt! This isn't your average networking mixer. Guests will have the chance to participate in an exciting scavenger hunt spanning throughout the ship! It’s the perfect opportunity to tour the decks, learn about the ship's incredible maritime history, and have a blast tracking down clues.

🎁 Epic Giveaways Up for Grabs!
Make sure to turn in your hunt, because completing it enters you into some incredible drawings:

💰 The Grand Prize: A $100 gift certificate drawn straight from the basket of completed scavenger hunt entries!

🌸 Summer Blooms: There will also be a drawing for a stunning, vibrant hanging basket from St. Ignace in Bloom to brighten up your home or storefront!

Come for the connections, stay for the history, and see if you can take home these awesome prizes. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

What an incredible community we have! We are so excited to host the Joint Business After Hours this Thursday with the Chambers of Commerce from St. Ignace, Cheboygan, and Mackinaw City. On the very same evening, we’re also proud to sponsor the Duck Race in Indian River!

None of this would be possible without our amazing staff and dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make these events a success. Their passion and commitment truly make a difference.

We are grateful to be part of such a supportive, generous, and connected community. Thank you for believing in the Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum and helping us continue to celebrate, preserve, and share our maritime history.

We can’t wait to see everyone this Thursday! ❤️⚓🦆

ThankYouVolunteers

06/16/2026

What an awesome day aboard the Icebreaker Mackinaw yesterday! A huge thank you to the Mackinaw City Fire Department for coming out and helping us get ready for our big 20th Anniversary Celebration.

Thanks to their hard work and support, the ship is looking clean and ready to welcome visitors as we celebrate this incredible milestone. We are so grateful for our community partners who help make events like this possible.

Thank you, Mackinaw City Fire Department, for helping us shine! 🚒⚓️

06/14/2026

Happy Flag Day! 🇺🇸

The American flag has been flying aboard the Mackinaw since 1944, standing as a symbol of service, sacrifice, and freedom. Long may she wave.

When the American Revolution began in 1775, the colonies fought under a variety of flags. In June of that year, the Second Continental Congress created the Continental Army and adopted the Continental Colors—13 red and white stripes with the British Union Jack in the corner. But as the fight for independence grew, it became clear that a new nation needed its own symbol.

On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress passed a resolution declaring that “the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and white,” and that “the union be 13 stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.”

More than a century later, in 1885, Wisconsin teacher Bernard Cigrand organized the first formal observance of Flag Day, promoting respect and appreciation for our nation’s flag. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson officially established June 14 as Flag Day.

Today, we honor the Stars and Stripes and all those who have served beneath them. From wartime service to peacetime missions on the Great Lakes, the flag has remained a constant reminder of the values we hold dear.

Happy Flag Day 🇺🇸⚓️

(Information courtesy of History.com)

06/13/2026

One week to go until our BIG 20th Anniversary Celebration aboard the Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum! ⚓🎉

What a beautiful Saturday it has been, and we were delighted to have Rosie make an appearance on board today!

The celebration is just getting started, and we invite you to join us tonight for our fundraising event beginning at 7:00 PM aboard the historic Mackinaw. Come enjoy a special evening while supporting the preservation of this incredible piece of maritime history.

We can’t wait to celebrate 20 years in Mackinaw City with all of you! ❤️⚓

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06/13/2026

06/12/2026

There may be a lot of beautiful places to watch the action in Mackinaw City… but we think we have the best view! 😍⚓

From the deck of the Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum, every day brings something special—sparkling blue waters, passing boats, unforgettable sunsets, and front-row seats to all the excitement of summer.

Come aboard, take in the view, and see why there’s no place we’d rather be. ❤️🚢

06/12/2026

🍗 Thank You to Kentucky Fried Chicken of Mackinaw City! 🍗

The Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum would like to extend our sincere thanks to Kentucky Fried Chicken of Mackinaw City for their support of our mission to preserve and share the legacy of the historic USCGC Mackinaw.

Local businesses like KFC help strengthen our community and make it possible for organizations like ours to continue educating and inspiring visitors from around the world.

The next time you're in Mackinaw City, be sure to stop by Kentucky Fried Chicken for a delicious meal and thank them for supporting local nonprofits and community organizations!

Thank you for helping keep history alive! ❤️⚓