On March 2, Door Community Auditorium (DCA) will present two compelling events: at 10 a.m., a Door County Talks presentation about developing fairness, respect, empathy, and equality in children; and at 7 p.m., WRiTER’S NiGHT: an original open mic hosted by Cathy Grier that will move north from The Holiday Music Motel’s Tambourine Lounge for one night […]
Maritime Speaker Series featuring filmmaker Jake Heffernan: Lighthouses of Door County Rescheduled
After canceling the original presentation due to a snowstorm, the Maritime Speaker Series: Lighting the Door has been moved to Monday, February 25, 2019 at 7pm at the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay. Join Wisconsin independent filmmaker Jake Heffernan for a rare look inside Door County’s historic lighthouses. Jake will share his experiences […]
Midsummer’s Music Composer in Residence Wins Worldwide Choral Competition
The Gesualdo Six, a men’s vocal consort from the United Kingdom, recently announced the results of their worldwide choral competition and the Midsummer’s Music 20-year-old Composer In Residence is a winner. Jacob Beranek hails from Oconomowoc, WI, and was named the “21 years and under” category winner. His composition, Abendgebet (Evening Prayer) will be premiered […]
2019 Fire & Ice – Ice Carving Competition Results
Volunteer ice carvers braved the chilly elements today, Saturday, February 16, 2019. Carvers began chipping, sawing, and molding ice blocks throughout Sturgeon Bay at 9am. Unique and original “ice-terpieces” were formed out of 300-pound crystal clear ice blocks. The brave group of ice carvers took to the streets of Sturgeon Bay to create spectacular works […]
Peninsula Pet of the Week: Snap
This week’s Featured Pet is 8-year-old Snap. He was originally brought to the WHS Door County Campus as a stray on January 14 and was not feeling the best. Thanks to our wonderful team, Snap got the care he needed and is feeling so much better! He is a cautious yet talkative guy who likes to […]
DCHS Endowment Fund 1st Program of 2019: Wisconsin Cheese & Door County Cheese Factories
Where would Wisconsin Brie without cheese? The Door County Historical Society is excited to announce their first program of 2019: Wisconsin Cheese & Door County Cheese Factories. The two-part program will benefit the DCHS Endowment Fund and is slated for February 23rd at Stone Harbor Resort. The first program begins at 11am. Jim Pionkoski is […]
Wisconsin Arts Board Awards Grant to Peninsula Players Theatre
Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce it was awarded a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB) through their Creation & Presentation program. Funds from the grant will support the Peninsula Players continued development and presentation of outstanding theatrical productions and community programs as the theater prepares for its 84th season in 2019. Peninsula Players […]
Door County Rubber Stamps Presents Spring 2019 Art Extravaganza Weekend
The Spring Art Extravaganza returns to Door County Friday, April 5 – Sunday, April 7. Enjoy a variety of crafting classes taught by Sarah Justison from The Paper Cut in Appleton, WI. The weekend will also include a welcome breakfast, wine and cheese reception, and a White Elephant gift exchange. The Spring Art Extravaganza will be […]
82nd Annual Sister Bay Ice Out Contest
The Polar Vortex made sure that we have plenty of ice on the Bay and that can only mean one thing – guess what day and time the ice will go out in the Sister Bay Marina and maybe win some cash and prizes! Cast your ballot at any of the 16 local Sister Bay businesses […]
Door County Maritime Museum Welcomes New Board Member
The Board of Directors of the Door County Maritime Museum & Lighthouse Preservation Society, Inc. (DCMM) is pleased to announce the recent election of Alison Walker to the Board. In addition to joining the DCMM Board, Walker has also assumed the responsibilities of Board Treasurer. She will join the Executive and Finance Committees. Alison Walker […]
