Give the Gift of History This Holiday Season!

Meaningful Gifts. Lasting Memories. A Legacy Worth Sharing.

This holiday season, skip the ordinary gifts and give something truly special—the gift of history!

The Door County Historical Society has three wonderful gift ideas that celebrate our community’s rich heritage, create lasting memories, and help preserve the stories and places that make Door County so special.

Whether you’re shopping for a history enthusiast, a lifelong Door County resident, or someone who simply loves this beautiful peninsula, we have a gift that will be treasured for years to come!

1. Give a Membership—A Gift That Lasts All Year!

Why give a gift that lasts just one day when you can give an entire year of discovery?

A Door County Historical Society membership is the perfect gift for anyone who loves history, enjoys exploring Door County, or wants to support the preservation of our local heritage.

Membership is more than a card—it’s an invitation to connect with the people, places, and stories that shaped our community.

Here’s why a membership makes a great gift:

• A year of history and discovery! Enjoy opportunities to explore Eagle Bluff Light Station and Heritage Village, where Door County’s past comes to life.
• Special member benefits! Enjoy free admission to our historic sites and member discounts on select programs and events.
• A connection to our community. Stay informed about fascinating local history, upcoming programs, and preservation projects.
• A gift with a purpose. Every membership helps support educational programming, historic preservation, and the continued sharing of Door County’s stories.

Best of all, you’re giving someone the opportunity to make memories while helping ensure that future generations can experience Door County’s history.

Give a membership today—and let the adventures begin!

2. Leave a Lasting Legacy with a Personalized Paver at Eagle Bluff Light Station

Looking for a gift that will truly stand the test of time?

Imagine giving someone a permanent place in the history of one of Door County’s most beloved landmarks.

A customized engraved paver at Eagle Bluff Light Station is a beautiful way to honor a loved one, celebrate a family, commemorate a special occasion, or remember someone whose connection to Door County runs deep.

These personalized pavers become part of the walkway area outside the beautifully reconstructed barn at Eagle Bluff Light Station, creating a meaningful tribute in a place visited by people from near and far.

Why give a personalized paver?

• It’s personal. Honor parents, grandparents, children, friends, or an entire family with a customized message.
• It’s lasting. Unlike traditional gifts, an engraved paver becomes a permanent tribute at a treasured historic site.
• It’s meaningful. Celebrate a milestone anniversary, birthday, retirement, or the memory of someone special.
• It supports preservation. Your gift helps the Door County Historical Society care for Eagle Bluff Light Station and share its remarkable history.

After completing a major restoration of Eagle Bluff Light Station, we’re especially proud to offer a way for families and friends to become part of this historic landmark’s continuing story.

This Christmas, give a gift that will be remembered for generations.

Contact the Door County Historical Society for a personalized paver order form and details.

3. Our Centennial Ornament—A Little Piece of Door County History for Every Christmas Tree!

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In celebration of the Door County Historical Society’s 100th anniversary in 2026, we’ve created a beautiful commemorative Christmas ornament featuring two iconic Door County landmarks: the historic Door County Courthouse and Eagle Bluff Lighthouse.

Designed by local artist Darlene Klister, this special ornament celebrates a century of preserving and sharing Door County’s remarkable history.

It’s more than a Christmas decoration—it’s a keepsake that commemorates a once-in-a-century milestone!

Why does everyone need one?

• It’s a piece of Door County history. Celebrate 100 years of the Door County Historical Society with a collectible keepsake.
• It’s a wonderful tradition. Imagine hanging this ornament on your tree year after year, remembering the people and places that make Door County home.
• It’s the perfect size for gifting. Ideal for family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, teachers, and anyone who loves Door County.
• It’s a meaningful souvenir. For those who have moved away, it’s a little reminder of home during the holidays.
• It supports local history. Every purchase helps the Door County Historical Society continue its mission.

Buy one for your tree, one for your children, one for your grandchildren, and a few extras for those hard-to-shop-for people on your list!

Our Centennial ornament is available at the Door County Historical Society office and the Greene Store at Heritage Village.

Don’t miss the opportunity to own this special piece of our 100th anniversary celebration!

Gifts That Give Back to Door County

The best gifts aren’t always the ones wrapped in the biggest boxes. Sometimes they’re the ones that create memories, honor the past, and make a difference for the future.

When you purchase a membership, dedicate a personalized paver, or give a Centennial ornament, you’re doing more than checking a name off your holiday shopping list.

You’re helping preserve Door County’s history for the next 100 years.

This holiday season, give something meaningful. Give something memorable. Give the gift of history!

For more information or to purchase your gifts, contact the Door County Historical Society at (920) 421-2332, email office@doorcountyhistoricalsociety.org, or visit www.doorcountyhistoricalsociety.org.

Happy Holidays from the Door County Historical Society!