Horse drawn carriages, a famous 19th hole, and a looming Great Depression are just a few of the elements that make up the Maxwelton Braes Golf Course and Lodge construction story. The resort witnessed the golden age of travel, the rise of golf as a leisure sport and tourism in Door County.
In 1928, Baileys Harbor native and CEO of the Sunbeam Corporation, Michael McArdle selected an iconic setting in the Heart of the Peninsula with a view of the lake. He had a vision of a regal golf course and lodge perched on the site, modeled off the family’s Scottish Roots. It’d draw travelers from around the world for its gracious service, upscale charm and stunning setting in the heart of the county.
Ninety years in, Maxwelton celebrates it’s history in humble ways, including a Door County Historical Society Presentation on August 5 by Kriss Schorer, Great Grandniece to Michael McArdle, the man with a vision. The presentation will include dinner and the presentation in the historic lodge hall, newly remodeled in 2018.
Guests are also welcomed to toast a Max Manhattan in the Thyme Bar, and enjoy one of the 90th anniversary packages available. Mark your calendars for the second annual Speakeasy 1920’s themed fundraiser in September!
90 years of Maxwelton Braes Presentation:
Monday, August 5 at 6pm
Presentation of Maxwelton History by Kriss Schorer, Great Grandniece of Michael McArdle
$22 – Door County Historical Society Members
$25 – Non Door County Historical Society Members
For tickets, call 920-421-2332 or email doorcountyhistory@gmail.com.
90th Anniversary Hotel Packages:
Our exclusive 90th Anniversary Package for $399 includes:
(2) night stay at Maxwelton Braes Lodge
Dinner for 2 at Thyme Cuisine ($50 Gift Certificate)
Breakfast for 2 or Express Box Lunch from Thyme Cuisine
(2) 18 Hole Rounds of Golf with a Cart
(2) Anniversary Tumblers with Logo
(2) Complimentary Max Old Fashioned Beverages at Thyme Cuisine
Our exclusive 90th Anniversary Golf Package for $299 includes:
(2) night stay at Maxwelton Braes Lodge
(2) 18 Hole Rounds of Golf with a Cart
(2) 90th Anniversary Tumblers with Logo
$25 Gift Certificate for Thyme Cuisine serving Breakfast and Dinner at Maxwelton Braes
Reservations for this package must be made directly through Maxwelton Braes by calling 920-839-2321
ABOUT MAXWELTON BRAES:
Built in 1929, Maxwelton Braes Lodge is located in beautiful Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin on the south end of town near the shores of Lake Michigan. Maxwelton Braes is a historic lodge situated in the middle of an 18-hole golf course. Offering lodging & recreation for any type of celebration, this Historic Lodge can be Exclusively Yours. Maxweltonbraes.com
ABOUT THYME CUISINE:
Thyme Cuisine is located at Maxwelton Braes in Baileys Harbor. Offering casual cuisine prepared from the freshest ingredients, sourced locally when available. With a welcoming bar and dining atmosphere, Thyme Cuisine serves breakfast and dinner from May through October. Open Monday-Saturday. Thymecuisine.com