Door County, Wis. (January 26, 2024) – Although owned by the state of Wisconsin, Eagle Bluff Lighthouse has been managed and maintained by the Door County Historical Society since 1960. The planned restoration and reconstruction project we are working on is a significant endeavor and we are committed to moving forward. Today, we are asking for […]
DCHS Receives CIF Grant
Door County, Wis. (May 31, 2023) – The initial grant awards from Destination Door County’s new Community Investment Fund (CIF) were announced recently. Eight projects will benefit from a total of $325,251, including the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse restoration project. Destination Door County President/CEO Julie Gilbert shared that the first grant cycle will have an positive impact […]
Eagle Bluff Opening for the 2020 Season
Fish Creek, Wis. (July 21, 2020) – The Door County Historical Society is excited to announce Eagle Bluff Lighthouse is opening July 20th! In partnership with the WI DNR, the DCHS has put extra safety precautions in place to protect Eagle Bluff Lighthouse patrons and employees: ● Masks are required for guests to enter the Gift […]
Twilight Tours at Eagle Bluff Lighthouse
Join the Door County Historical Society for Twilight Tours at the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse. On September 28 and October 12 the lighthouse will be opened from 6:00pm–8:00pm. The Door County Historical Society invites guests to delight in the tales of the keepers through story, song, and poetry at the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse for Twilight Tours, Tunes […]
Eagle Bluff 150th Anniversary Celebration
The Door County Historical Society is proud to announce the 150th Anniversary of the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse. Please join us on October 15 to commemorate Eagle Bluff’s 150 years of service. On October 15, 1868, the light beamed from the Eagle Bluff tower for the first time. The lighthouse immediately gained status as an important […]
Door County Half Marathon Opens Early-bird Registration
Early-bird registration for the 11th running of the Door County Half Marathon and Nicolet Bay 5k is now open. Register by Oct. 31 to save $20 on race-day registration and join 2,700 running friends at the starting line in beautiful Peninsula State Park Saturday, May 5, 2018. The race is a favorite of runners throughout […]
History Programs: Twilight Tours, Tunes & Tales
Delight in the tales of lighthouse keepers through story, song, and poetry at the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse for Twilight Tours, Tunes & Tales on the fall evenings of September 29-30 and October 6-7. On these special evenings a friendly glow will shine on the path leading to the keeper’s house, the same warm glow that […]
