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Dorothy Draper Design Weekend

Available Friday, September 26 to Sunday, September 28, 2025

Description

Join us at Grand Hotel for an unforgettable weekend celebrating 100 years of Dorothy Draper & Company and the legacy of one of the most influential American interior designers. Enjoy insider events with the Dorothy Draper & Company team on Saturday morning, Afternoon Tea in The Parlor on Saturday, and a special 100th Anniversary Celebration Reception Saturday evening. Those arriving early on Friday are invited to participate in an afternoon session, “Draper 101: Tea and History of Dorothy Draper & Company.”

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel accommodations
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • All resort amenities
  • Special welcome amenity
  • Friday welcome reception
  • Saturday morning insider events with the Dorothy Draper & Company team
  • Saturday Afternoon Tea with the Dorothy Draper & Company team at 2:30 in The Parlor
  • Sunday morning mimosas and farewell toast
  • Admission to the Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum

Those arriving early on Friday are invited to participate in an afternoon session, “Draper 101: Tea and History of Dorothy Draper & Company.”

*Subject to 6% Michigan sales tax, 3% Mackinac Island assessment, 19.5% resort fee, and a $15.00 per person, per stay, baggage-handling charge. Regular children’s rates apply. Extra charges apply for additional adults over double occupancy rates. Dates are subject to availability, 30-day cancellation policy applies. **This package is limited to 50 rooms. 

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Grand Hotel Opening Weekend, a First Look with Dorothy Draper & Company

Join us for familiar traditions and all-new experiences as we officially open our doors for Grand Hotel’s 139th season. Be the first to experience our exciting restorations of the Parlor, Main Dining Room and an update of the Facade! Enjoy breakfast and dinner daily, opening reception and Champagne toast, exclusive guided tours with Sebastian Varney and Rudy Sauders from Dorothy Draper & Company to get an insider’s look at the latest transformations.