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Peak of the Fur Trade - Grand Portage |
This is a reenactment of the days when fur traders gathered in a village in the far northeastern corner of Minnesota. Life inside the stockade is demonstrated, including cooking, making fires, paddle carving and dancing. | DVD | 19 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Michigan Capitol Tour |
This is an excellent video primer on the Michigan State Capitol building for anyone who is planning a visit. Many historical facts about the building are examined. If a visit is not possible, this is a great way to take a tour without leaving the classroom. | DVD | 17 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Building the Mighty Mac |
Building the Mighty Mac is an award-winning documentary about the Mackinac Bridge. The program was produced in Hollywood by Mark Howell and includes extremely rare 16 mm color footage showing all stages of the bridge’s construction. These digitally restored archival finds are blended with interviews with those who helped build the structure, presenting a fast-moving, informative program, fun for all ages to enjoy. Recently, more rare color footage of the bridge’s construction was located, restored and added to the program. | DVD | 60 minutes | grades 4-12 | Plus: Includes Two Fully Restored Bonus Documentary Films !! - Miracle Bridge Over Mackinac (DVD - 30 Minutes) and Mackinac Bridge Diary (DVD - 30 Minutes)
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Mackinac Island - A 600 Year History |
visually walks you through the Native American, French, and British periods, including the building of Fort Mackinac. Hundreds of historic photos depict the years from trading and commercial fishing to the present day tourist destination.
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