Sturgeon Bay, Wis. (November 9, 2026) – Experience the warmth, wonder, and traditions of Christmases gone by as the Door County Historical Society welcomes visitors to the fourth annual Glimpse of Christmas Past at Heritage Village in Sturgeon Bay. This festive holiday tradition returns every Friday and Saturday in December, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., offering families and friends an opportunity to celebrate the season while supporting local nonprofit organizations.
Now in its fourth year, A Glimpse of Christmas Past has become a favorite Door County holiday tradition, bringing together history, community, and the spirit of giving in a setting unlike any other.
Throughout Heritage Village, historic buildings will be decorated for the holidays by local nonprofit organizations, each bringing its own creativity and interpretation of the Christmas season. Visitors can stroll through the Village, admire the festive displays, and experience the charm of an old-fashioned Christmas surrounded by Door County’s history.
Unlike the hustle and bustle of modern holiday celebrations, A Glimpse of Christmas Past invites visitors to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures of the season. The historic buildings provide a beautiful backdrop for traditional decorations, nostalgic memories, and the opportunity to imagine how earlier generations celebrated Christmas.
But this event is about more than holiday decorations. It’s also a celebration of the nonprofit organizations that make Door County such a special place to live.
Admission is free, and visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorite decorated building by making a donation. A suggested donation of $20 or more offers an opportunity to spread holiday cheer while supporting the participating nonprofit organizations. Every donation is a vote of appreciation for the creativity and hard work that goes into making the Village festive for the season.
“A Glimpse of Christmas Past brings together so many things we value as a historical society—preserving traditions, welcoming the community into our historic buildings, and supporting the organizations that do so much for Door County,” said Amy Frank, Executive Director of the Door County Historical Society. “It’s wonderful to see this event become an annual tradition for families and friends. We hope people will make an evening of it, enjoy the decorations, and give generously to the nonprofits that help make our community thrive.”
The event is a perfect outing for families, couples, friends, and visitors looking for a meaningful way to celebrate the holidays. Whether you’re discovering Heritage Village for the first time or returning for your fourth year, each visit offers an opportunity to appreciate the creativity of local organizations, reconnect with holiday traditions, and experience the beauty of Door County’s past.
A Glimpse of Christmas Past will be open every Friday and Saturday in December from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., excluding December 25. Visitors are welcome to return throughout the month and bring family and friends to share in the experience and make donations to the nonprofits.
As the Door County Historical Society concludes its Centennial year, the event provides a fitting celebration of 100 years of preserving Door County’s stories, traditions, and heritage.
For more information, visit www.doorcountyhistoricalsociety.org or call (920) 421-2332.
Heritage Village is located at 2041 Michigan Street in Sturgeon Bay.
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