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Celebrate Door County’s Rich History, June 19-25

Door County, WI, June 13, 2023- The Heritage Alliance of Door County is celebrating the second annual Door County History Days, June 19-25 with support from Destination Door County.

The weeklong event celebrates the history and heritage of the peninsula with history displayed from Rock Island State Park to Brussels.

Fifteen nonprofit organizations will host more than 30 special programs across the county. The event is designed to showcase the many organizations that actively preserve Door County’s rich heritage and highlight the impact these organizations have for residents, tourism, and the economy.

The event kicks off at the Miller Art Museum on Monday, June 19th at 11 am with local leaders scheduled to speak, including Destination Door County’s President/CEO Julie Gilbert.

“Destination Door County is proud to help sponsor Door County History Days,” said Julie Gilbert, President/CEO of Destination Door County. “We support and appreciate all local organizations and individuals that work tirelessly to preserve the history of our area’s most cherished traditions, industries, buildings, artifacts, foods, and especially our residents. Sharing the stories of those that have inspired change, shaped local culture, and protected this place we call home, is how we can honor the past and work towards a bright and more sustainable future.”

To find more information about Door County History Days and a list of events, visit, https://doorcounty.net/door-county-history-days

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Media Contact: John Nelson, Heritage Alliance of Door County, john@doorguidepublishing.com or 920.421.1589