From the Keeper’s Desk – Closing the Lighthouse for the Season
Linda, Amy, Ann, Sandy, John, Daulton and Ed got the lighthouse closed for the season.
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Take the Plunge into Door County History: The Story of the Jacksonport Polar Bear Club
Join the Door County Historical Society on Monday, November 24, for the final Dine & Discover program of 2025 at Prince of Peace Church in Sturgeon Bay. The **Jarosh family—J.R., Jon, Sue, and Joe—**will share the fascinating story of the Jacksonport Polar Bear Club, a beloved Door County tradition that began in 1986 with one swimmer and now attracts hundreds to the icy waters of Lake Michigan each New Year’s Day. Learn how the event grew into one of the nation’s largest polar bear swims and gained national attention through commercials, films, and television features. Dinner will be catered by Scaturo’s Baking Co. Café, and reservations are due by November 17.
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A Few Spots Still Open for Nonprofits to Join Our “Glimpse of Christmas Past”!
A few spots remain for local nonprofits to join the Door County Historical Society’s 3rd Annual Glimpse of Christmas Past at Heritage Village! Adopt and decorate a historic building in 1880–1910 style, raise funds for your cause, and help create a magical holiday experience for the community. RSVP by November 1 to reserve your spot.
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New Life in the Granary: Cleaned, Organized, and Full of History!
There’s something new to see inside the Petersen Granary at Heritage Village! Thanks to the efforts of volunteer Jeff Gosser, the granary has received a complete refresh. Jeff cleaned, reorganized,
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From the Keeper’s Desk – Restoration Updates
Greetings! Still lots to do and more to be done at the light station. And a bunch of pictures to show all that has been happening. Screen doors have been
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A Toolbox with a Story: Remembering Sturgeon Bay’s Roland Writt
Every object in the Madden Tool Museum has a story — and sometimes, that story connects us to the lives and sacrifices of those who once called Door County home.
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Last Chance to Visit Before Winter!
Autumn is in full swing in Door County, and there’s still time to experience the history and charm of our sites before the season ends. The Door County Historical Society
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Preserve the Past, Enjoy the Benefits: Become a DCHS Member
Joining the Door County Historical Society (DCHS) is more than just supporting local history—it’s a way to connect with the stories, places, and people that have shaped our community. Membership
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Reserve Your Spot for an Evening of History, Habitat, and Community
This October, the Door County Historical Society invites you to gather with friends and neighbors for an evening of history, conservation, and community at our monthly Dine & Discover program.
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From the Keeper’s Desk – Sept 27
Greetings! It was a perfect evening for the first weekend of the Eagle Bluff Light Station Twilight Tours. The weather could not have been better for what can sometimes not
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