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image of cars on the Mackinac Bridge50 Years of the "Mighty Mac"
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Mackinac Bridge, we invite you to explore these photo galleries, including image of the bridge's construction, historic events, and stunning views.
Mackinac Bridge 50th fireworks, photographed from the lake front on the east side of the bridge, in Mackinaw City 
Photos: 50th Anniversary Celebration events
Mackinac Bridge, Summer Photo with wildflowersSummer Album
Thousands of tourists from all over the world travel to Michigan every summer to experience the natural wonders of the Upper and Lower Peninsulas. We'll do our best to capture some of the wondrous views of the Straits area to share with you throughout the summer.
Mackinac Bridge in springSpring Album
Spring transposes the cold winter landscapes to the promise of another traveler's dream of vacationing in northern Michigan. With the help of our digital camera, we will attempt to capture the transition from the bitter cold days of winter to the warm breezy days of summer. Come back often.
The Mackinac Bridge in WinterWinter Album
Many of our summer visitors wonder what it's really like during the winter months in Northern Michigan. Here is a sampling of what some consider the most beautiful season of the year.
Mackinac Bridge with Fall foliageFall Album
Fall is a magical time to visit the Upper Peninsula as thousands of acres of forest turn into spectacular vistas of color. The Fall season beckons tourists, hunters and campers to cross the Mackinac Bridge and experience the beauty of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Enjoy our Fall album.
Mackinac Bridge construction and maintenanceConstruction Album
Construction season is an exciting time at the Mackinac Bridge. This album provides pictures of some of our recent major projects and a glimpse at some of our general maintenance activity.
Mackinac Bridge construction historyHistorical Construction
Prior to beginning construction, the Mackinac Bridge Authority hired Herman D. Ellis as the chief bridge photographer. His charge was to make a photographic record of the building of the Mackinac Bridge.
Mackinac Bridge View in summerView of the Mighty Mac
The Mackinac Bridge is located at the Straits of Mackinac in northern Michigan. The Mackinac Bridge connects the two great peninsulas of Michigan. Here is just a sampling of the many moods and views of the Mighty Mac.
MDOT,Mackinac,mac1861,ferry_photosMichigan State Ferry Album
In 1923 the Department of State Highways began providing car ferry service between Mackinaw City and St. Ignace, Michigan. Browse this photo album for a glimpse of transportation service in the Straits area prior to the opening of the Mackinac Bridge.
Bridge View ParkBridge View Park
On April 26, 2001, the Mackinac Bridge Authority broke ground for a new park that overlooks the State of Michigan's greatest engineering achievement - the Mackinac Bridge. This album provides updates of construction progress.

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