Shop the Door County Historical Society’s 2025 Christmas ornament featuring the Vignes Schoolhouse by local artist Richard Lauder. Each glass ornament supports our Endowment Fund—$25 each ($20 for members). Collect them all and help preserve Door County’s history!
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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.
A Few Spots Still Open for Nonprofits to Join Our “Glimpse of Christmas Past”! Read More »
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,
New Life in the Granary: Cleaned, Organized, and Full of History! Read More »
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
From the Keeper’s Desk – Restoration Updates Read More »
Our friends at the Sturgeon Bay Historical Society and the Door County Granary are hosting a special performance that may be of great interest to our members. On Monday, October
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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.
A Toolbox with a Story: Remembering Sturgeon Bay’s Roland Writt Read More »
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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Door County’s history is all around us—woven into lighthouses, chapels, museums, and landmarks that have stood the test of time. Now, thanks to the new Heritage Trail Pass, you can
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Step inside Eagle Bluff Light Station after dark! Join us for Twilight Tours on Sept. 27 & Oct. 4 for an evening of music, storytelling, and poetry by lantern light.
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The Door County Historical Society is joining Sturgeon Bay’s Harvest Fest on Sept. 20 instead of hosting Apple Fest this year. With nearly 7,000 visitors expected, it’s a wonderful opportunity
Volunteers Needed for Harvest Fest! Read More »