Heritage Village: New Programming and Mini Exhibits

Heritage Village at Big Creek, located at 2041 Michigan Street in Sturgeon Bay, will once again connect with its educational roots and offer informative and participatory programs and exhibits this summer.

Saturdays at the Village.

This popular program has returned each Saturday this season, June through October! These weekly familyfriendly events feature speakers, demonstrations, crafts, and light refreshments for purchase. Visitors will hear from storytellers and professionals on a wide range of historical topics and are encouraged to ask questions and join in themed hands on activities. July’s programs include a workshop on how to play a metalworking demonstration (July 22), and candle-making with Door County Candle Company (July 29). Fun for the whole family!

Thursdays and Saturdays typically feature live demonstrations, including blacksmith demos, guided tours of the Madden Tool Museum, and more. Every day is a great day to visit Heritage Village, but

Select Fridays will also showcase live performances and the investigation of historic literature. On July 14, the Ukulele Society of Door County will play from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy!

For those interested in more self-paced interpretation, stop in the Greene Store to explore two new mini exhibits highlighting Door County Historical Society collections items. Both exhibits explore the entertainment available to families in the late 1800s, diving into the history of phonographs and stereoscopes.

Now that the village is open for the season, we are in dire need of volunteers to ensure it continues to run smoothly. Heritage Village is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sharing of any