Mackinac County, Michigan Genealogy

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History
Macinac (pronounced 'Mackinaw') County is situated in the northern lower peninsula of Michigan. The name is from Indians in the area. The Straits of Mackinac are also named for this area and are between the two peninsulas that make up Michigan.

Parent County
1818--Mackinac County was created 26 October 1818 from Wayne County. It was formerly Michilimackinac County, until name was chagned 26 January 1837. County seat: St. Ignace

Neighboring Counties

 * Cheboygan
 * Chippewa
 * Emmet
 * Luce
 * Schoolcraft

Web Sites

 * USGenWeb project. May have maps, name indexes, history or other information for this county. Select the state, then the county.
 * Family History Library Catalog