Experience Tag: Museum Gallery
Door County Historical Museum
Visit the “Best Small Museum in the Midwest” as named by the Chicago Tribune. Educational displays portray Door County’s unique history including the orchards, industries, early settlers and much more. The spectacular “Seasons of Life” wildlife diorama by nationally renowned taxidermist, Mike Orthober, features over one hundred native species. The Pioneer Fire Station showcases three …
Door County Maritime Museum
Opened in May 2021: the Jim Kress Maritime Lighthouse Tower. See Door County like never before! Located along Sturgeon Bay’s working waterfront, the Door County Maritime Museum showcases the area’s rich maritime roots. The museum features interactive exhibits, and offers tours of the restored tugboat John Purves. Hard-working fishermen, brave ship captains and lonely lighthouse …