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Smörgåsbord at the Village Hall
Feb
23

Smörgåsbord at the Village Hall

The Ephraim Business Council is partnering with the Ephraim Historical Foundation to celebrate our community and heritage from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Ephraim Village Hall.

Guests must register and are strongly encouraged to sign up for a Scandinavian dish to pass. Recipes for inspiration are included in the link.

Suggested donation of $25 at the door.

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Trivia Night!
Feb
26

Trivia Night!

Join your local historical organizations for a fun night of trivia!

Registration Fee: $10 per person

Teams can be 3-6 people.

There will be prizes for the top three teams!

Prizes include a one-night stay at the Dorr Hotel, pizza party at the bowl, gift certificates to local businesses as well as gift baskets. 

Register Here:

Limited Spots Available!

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Maritime Speaker Series- Lumbering to Yachting: The Evolution of Anderson Dock
Mar
6

Maritime Speaker Series- Lumbering to Yachting: The Evolution of Anderson Dock

Ephraim Historical Foundation Curator Jeff O'Keeffe will be presenting as a part of the Door County Maritime Museum's Speaker Series on March 6th, 2025.

The Door County Medical Center Maritime Speaker Series programs are the first Thursday of each month, October through May, beginning at 7 pm, on the second floor of the Door County Maritime Museum, and online.

Jeff will be presenting on the topic of the Anderson Dock Historic District, leveraging fresh research and digitized collections to give a clear picture of one of Ephraim's earliest maritime operations.

No cost to attend; suggested donation of a non-perishable food item, or if watching online, we ask you to make a food donation to your local food pantry.

Learn more here: https://dcmm.org/seaperch/maritime-speaker-series/

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Door County Historical Society Dine & Discover: The Life of Architect William Bernhard
Mar
22

Door County Historical Society Dine & Discover: The Life of Architect William Bernhard

Ephraim Historical Foundation Curator Jeff O'Keeffe will be speaking at the Door County Historical Society's March "Dine & Discover" program, highlighting the life of architect William Bernhard. The program will take place Saturday, March 22nd at 12PM at Samuelson's Creek Pub And Grill (1009 S Oxford Ave, Sturgeon Bay). Registration is required with a deadline by March 15. Tickets are $40 ($35 for DCHS members).

Register at https://doorcountyhistoricalsociety.org/monthly-programs/

In the early 1990s, a large number of architectural plans, designs, and drawings by William Bernhard were donated to the Ephraim Historical Foundation (EHF). Bernhard was a Russian-born, German-trained architect who was active in the Chicago area and in Door County from the 1920s into the 1940s. He designed numerous buildings in the Village of Ephraim and beyond, including his own Ephraim residence “Svea” (1920), the Ephraim Village Hall (1926), and the Door County Historical Museum (1937). This talk will highlight Bernhard’s story as well as these key structures in his Door County portfolio, leveraging the over 200 examples of Bernhard’s work in the EHF Archives.

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Nov
20

SPARK! Program

SPARK! is a creative engagement program for people with early to mid-stage memory loss and their care partners. Programs are designed to keep participants actively engaged in their communities by providing experiences that stimulate conversations, provide peer support and inspire creativity through creative engagement, workshops and programs. SPARK! programs are FREE for families to attend together in a comfortable environment led by specially trained staff and volunteers.

For more information on SPARK! visit: https://www.sparkprograms.org/

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Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours
Oct
11

Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours

Experience Ephraim’s rich history under the enchantment of candlelight with our "Museums After Dark" walking tour. This evocative evening journey begins at the Anderson Store Museum, where you'll step back in time to explore the eerie and fascinating stories of Ephraim's past. From there, the tour winds its way up to Moravia Street, leading you to the Pioneer Schoolhouse and the Historic Iverson House. As you stroll from site to site, you'll uncover the darker, lesser-known tales of Ephraim and these historic landmarks.

Please note that this tour involves walking up hills and maintaining a brisk pace, so participants should be comfortable with moderate physical activity.

Tickets are $20 for the public and $10 for Ephraim Historical Foundation members.

Join us for an unforgettable night of history and intrigue by candlelight!

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Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours
Oct
10

Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours

Experience Ephraim’s rich history under the enchantment of candlelight with our "Museums After Dark" walking tour. This evocative evening journey begins at the Anderson Store Museum, where you'll step back in time to explore the eerie and fascinating stories of Ephraim's past. From there, the tour winds its way up to Moravia Street, leading you to the Pioneer Schoolhouse and the Historic Iverson House. As you stroll from site to site, you'll uncover the darker, lesser-known tales of Ephraim and these historic landmarks.

Please note that this tour involves walking up hills and maintaining a brisk pace, so participants should be comfortable with moderate physical activity.

Tickets are $20 for the public and $10 for Ephraim Historical Foundation members.

Join us for an unforgettable night of history and intrigue by candlelight!

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Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours
Oct
4

Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours

Experience Ephraim’s rich history under the enchantment of candlelight with our "Museums After Dark" walking tour. This evocative evening journey begins at the Anderson Store Museum, where you'll step back in time to explore the eerie and fascinating stories of Ephraim's past. From there, the tour winds its way up to Moravia Street, leading you to the Pioneer Schoolhouse and the Historic Iverson House. As you stroll from site to site, you'll uncover the darker, lesser-known tales of Ephraim and these historic landmarks.

Please note that this tour involves walking up hills and maintaining a brisk pace, so participants should be comfortable with moderate physical activity.

Tickets are $20 for the public and $10 for Ephraim Historical Foundation members.

Join us for an unforgettable night of history and intrigue by candlelight!

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Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours
Oct
3

Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours

Experience Ephraim’s rich history under the enchantment of candlelight with our "Museums After Dark" walking tour. This evocative evening journey begins at the Anderson Store Museum, where you'll step back in time to explore the eerie and fascinating stories of Ephraim's past. From there, the tour winds its way up to Moravia Street, leading you to the Pioneer Schoolhouse and the Historic Iverson House. As you stroll from site to site, you'll uncover the darker, lesser-known tales of Ephraim and these historic landmarks.

Please note that this tour involves walking up hills and maintaining a brisk pace, so participants should be comfortable with moderate physical activity.

Tickets are $20 for the public and $10 for Ephraim Historical Foundation members.

Join us for an unforgettable night of history and intrigue by candlelight!

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History Speaks: Sunken Secrets of Eagle Harbor w/ the Wisconsin Underwater Archeological Association (WUAA)
Sep
28

History Speaks: Sunken Secrets of Eagle Harbor w/ the Wisconsin Underwater Archeological Association (WUAA)

Join the Ephraim Historical Foundation and special guest lecturers Brendon Baillod and Robert Jaeck from the Wisconsin Underwater Archeological Association (WUAA) as they share some fascinating results from their ongoing survey of Eagle Harbor in Ephraim. The WUAA team will share information about the equipment they use and provide insights into the harbor's rich maritime past. This event offers a unique opportunity to learn more about their important work and the treasures beneath Eagle Harbor.

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WCLH Northeast Regional Meeting
Sep
11

WCLH Northeast Regional Meeting

The Ephraim Historical Foundation is hosting, together with the Heritage Alliance of Door County, the Wisconsin Council for Local History Regional Meeting at the Ephraim Village Hall on September 11, 2024 from 10:00am -3:00pm. Registration is required for this event.

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Vintage in the Village
Sep
7

Vintage in the Village

We are hosting a vintage market in collaboration with Rusty Dusty Vintage & Records!

From 11am to 7pm, enjoy views of Eagle Harbor while shopping for fun vintage items.

There will be vintage clothing, home decor, furniture, jewelry, apparel, and more!

We will also have our featured and pop-up exhibits open in the Anderson Barn Museum.

This is a free and family-friendly event!

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Meet the Author: Sue Jarosh
Aug
30

Meet the Author: Sue Jarosh

Stop by the Anderson Store to meet children’s book author Sue Jarosh!

Author Sue Steckart Jarosh grew up in De Pere and Door County where she spent many summer days at the family cottage on Cave Point Road in Jacksonport. Sue is a long-time tour guide at Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum in Peninsula State Park. Sue’s first book, Door County Eagle Bluff “Lighthouse Mouse” was inspired by her work at the lighthouse and her grandchildren.

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Binkhaven Tour
Aug
9

Binkhaven Tour

Reserve your spot for an exclusive tour of this privately owned architectural treasure tucked away here in Ephraim. Originally built in the 1960s in a Nordic revival style, Binkhaven has endured to be one of the best-preserved examples of its architectural and interior design type.


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Meet the Author: Sue Jarosh
Jul
24

Meet the Author: Sue Jarosh

Stop by the Anderson Store to meet children’s book author Sue Jarosh.

Author Sue Steckart Jarosh grew up in De Pere and Door County where she spent many summer days at the family cottage on Cave Point Road in Jacksonport. Sue is a long-time tour guide at Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum in Peninsula State Park. Sue’s first book, Door County’s Eagle Bluff “Lighthouse Mouse” was inspired by her work at the lighthouse and by her grandchildren.

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2024 Annual Meeting of Members
Jul
20

2024 Annual Meeting of Members

Members are invited to join us at the Ephraim Village Hall at 9:30AM on Saturday, July20 for the 2024 Annual Meeting. This will be an opportunity for members to vote for new board positions, learn more about the EHF and Heritage Fund, and enjoy free coffee and donuts!

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Binkhaven Tour
Jul
17

Binkhaven Tour

Reserve your spot for an exclusive tour of this privately owned architectural treasure tucked away here in Ephraim. Originally built in the 1960s in a Nordic revival style, Binkhaven has endured to be one of the best-preserved examples of its architectural and interior design type.


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Binkhaven Tour
Jul
17

Binkhaven Tour

Reserve your spot for an exclusive tour of this privately owned architectural treasure tucked away here in Ephraim. Originally built in the 1960s in a Nordic revival style, Binkhaven has endured to be one of the best-preserved examples of its architectural and interior design type.


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History Speaks: 75th Anniversary Town Hall
Jul
16

History Speaks: 75th Anniversary Town Hall

Join Ephraim Historical Foundation Executive Director Cody Schreck and a panel of guest presenters as they guide you through seven-and-a-half decades of preserving and sharing Ephraim's history, culture, and beauty. From saving a one-room schoolhouse to publishing one-of-a-kind history books, and much more, this program will uncover some of the incredible work that has created the Ephraim we see today!

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