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Door County Historical Society

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The Door County Historical Society strives to collect, maintain, and share the history and heritage of Door County through preservation, education and programming. The Society operates two interpretive sites: Eagle Bluff Lighthouse in Peninsula State Park and the Heritage Village at Big Creek in Sturgeon Bay.

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Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Join the Door County Historical Society

Membership in the Door County Historical Society provides opportunities for networking with other individuals who share a passion for Door County history. It's a great way to meet people who share similar interests and learn from their experiences. Revenue generated through membership helps us preserve our collective history and provides educational opportunities. The Door County Historical Society works to preserve and protect historical artifacts, documents, and buildings. By becoming a member, you can help support these efforts and ensure that our collective history is preserved for future generations.

Keep Up with Door County Historical Society

Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum offers tours and special events. The Eagle Bluff Light Station is located within Peninsula State Park at 10249 Shore Road, Fish Creek, Wisconsin.

 

At Heritage Village at Big Creek, the Society hosts historic programming and special events throughout the summer. Visitors are able to walk through the buildings during a self-guided tour. Heritage Village at Big Creek is located next to Crossroads at 2041 Michigan Street in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.

 

The Society offers monthly Dinner Programs from April until November in different places throughout the county. Held on the fourth Monday of the month*, the Program features a dinner and a program relating to local history. During the winter months, the Society meets twice on Saturdays in February and March for programs and lunch.

 
The public is welcome and encouraged to participate in any of the society’s activities. 

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