Museum
Door County Maritime Museum
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The Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay immerses visitors in the region's rich nautical heritage, with exhibits spanning from Native American watercraft to modern shipbuilding. Highlights include a full-scale replica of a ship's pilothouse, a lighthouse lens collection, and detailed models of Great Lakes freighters. The museum also tells the story of the area's car ferries and the shipbuilding industry that shaped the city. Hands-on activities like knot-tying and a simulated engine room engage all ages.
Don't miss
- Step inside the replica pilothouse and try your hand at steering a virtual ship.
- View the collection of Fresnel lighthouse lenses, including a rare third-order lens.
- Explore the outdoor shipyard exhibit with a 1920s tugboat and a 40-foot Coast Guard vessel.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Door County Maritime Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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