Door County, Wis. (July 15, 2023) – The Door County Historical Society will host the July Dinner Program on July 24, 2023, at the Log Den in Egg Harbor. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m., offering attendees an opportunity to mingle and enjoy the scenic surroundings before dinner at 6:00 p.m. Following dinner, will be a remarkable presentation by Dennis Hickey of the Baileys Harbor Fish Company, focusing on the rich history of commercial fishing in the picturesque region of Door County, Wisconsin.
For generations, Door County has been intricately connected to the waters of Lake Michigan and Green Bay, with a thriving commercial fishing industry that has left an indelible mark on the region’s cultural heritage. The Door County Historical Society, in collaboration with the renowned Baileys Harbor Fish Company, seeks to shed light on this fascinating aspect of local history.
Guests attending the dinner program will be treated to an immersive experience, as representatives from the Baileys Harbor Fish Company delve into the captivating past of commercial fishing in Door County. Attendees can look forward to an engaging presentation that will include vivid stories, historical anecdotes, and captivating visuals, transporting them back in time to a bygone era.
“We are truly excited to partner with the Baileys Harbor Fish Company to bring this captivating program to our community,” said Amy Frank, Executive Director of the Door County Historical Society. “The history of commercial fishing in Door County is deeply ingrained in our local culture, and we are delighted to provide an opportunity for our guests to learn, engage, and appreciate this remarkable heritage.”
The Hickey Family began fishing in Baileys Harbor in the mid-1800’s. Martin Hickey Sr. began fishing hooks for Lake Trout using a wooden 20’ flat bottom boat. William and Martin Hickey Jr. (sons of Martin Sr.) were the next generation of fisherman in Baileys Harbor and his sons (Dennis & Jeffrey Hickey) are the 3rd generation of fisherman in Baileys Harbor. The brothers began working with CJ Winegar in the 1960’s after duty in the US Navy. When Winegar retired, they purchased his fishing rig & quota. The fishing operations grew steadily.
Dennis Hickey’s daughter Carin (Hickey) Stuth and son-in-law Todd Stuth have grown the brand to include Baileys Harbor Fish Company and remodeled the processing plant to have the retail fish shop facing the road. The fleet of boats has grown to accommodate the fishing in both the Bay of Green Bay and Lake Michigan. They have expanded the research projects of Hickey Bros Research LLC beyond Wisconsin and into the inland Northwest US.
With its rustic charm and warm ambiance, the Log Den will provide an intimate and welcoming environment for guests to connect with the history of Door County and indulge in a sumptuous dinner. The menu for the evening features pork loin with cherry sauce over rice, veggies, rolls, ice cream, coffee, milk, iced tea.
Tickets for the Door County Historical Society dinner program are priced at $45 per person ($40 for DCHS members) and can be purchased online at www.doorcountyhistoricalsociety.org or by calling the office 920-421-2332.
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