Our March luncheon features Kevin Osgood, President & CEO of the Door County Maritime Museum. He will give his presentation titled, Sturgeon Bay’s Complicated Ending of WWII. Before World War I, Sturgeon Bay’s economy was mainly agricultural, with shipbuilding playing only a small role. World War II transformed the city into a booming shipbuilding center, […]
Join us for an open house and explore our new office space. Learn more about the Door County Historical Society, our work throughout Door County, and how we're planning to celebration out 100th anniversary. Light appetizers and drinks will be available. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing what's ahead.
Join us for an engaging Dine & Discover program as Steve Jorns explores the rich history of maple syrup production. Steve will begin by sharing the story of his own family’s connection to maple sugaring before stepping back in time to discuss how Native Americans first discovered and produced maple syrup. From there, he will […]
Join George Draeb for a look back at the history of Draeb Jewelry, a long-standing Sturgeon Bay business that has served the community for generations. George will share the story of how the family business began, how it grew over the years, and the role it has played in the lives of local residents. Through […]
Create your own block in Door County Historical Society's Quilt Project. With the assistance of quilter, Terry Myra, you will make your own square to join other quilt squares in this unique creation. Kids will have quilt coloring pages to enjoy.
The Heritage Alliance of Door County kicks off History Days - a week dedicated to history programming across the county. Listen to a speaker in the Collins Learning Center at 10am, then stroll back in time at Heritage Village and learn from all the historic organizations in Door County. While you're there watch blacksmith demonstrations, […]
History isn’t just about the past—it’s also about the conversations we have today. During two different America@250 Community Conversations, participants will view thematic clips from The American Revolution, the new documentary series by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, before engaging in guided small-group discussions. These welcoming conversations are designed to bring people together to listen, […]
Learn about the historic buildings at Heritage Village during this guided hike. Participants will view a special display on the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, taste samples of Door County's Sweet Mountain Farm honey, and learn about old-time tools at the Madden Tool Museum.
History isn’t just about the past—it’s also about the conversations we have today. During two different America@250 Community Conversations, participants will view thematic clips from The American Revolution, the new documentary series by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, before engaging in guided small-group discussions. These welcoming conversations are designed to bring people together to listen, […]
Pies have been part of history since Ancient Egypt, but what make’s American pies so yummy? Take a tasty journey through the history of what makes pie a staple in our American way of life. You will taste several Door County pies and take home recipe cards. Bring stories of your family’s favorite pie recipe […]
Join authors Barb and Ken Wardius for a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to create a historical book about Eagle Bluff Lighthouse. They will share insights into the research process, the sources and materials they relied on, and the discoveries made along the way. The program will also feature several rare historical images […]