June 2016
Beekeeper presentation
David Keen will share his knowledge of beekeeping.
Find out more »July 2016
Barn Door Flea and Vintage Day
Visit www.libertygrovehistorical.org for more information.
Find out more »Historical Presentation
John Beck will share his knowledge of the German prisoners of WWII in Liberty Grove and Door County. In the Century Farm barn. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »Antique Tractor Show/Arts & Crafts Fair
Arts & crafts fair, delicious food, hayrides and a display of antique farm equipment. Visit www.liberatygrovehistorical.org for more information.
Find out more »Modern Day Drifters
Classic rock and country.
Find out more »August 2016
Barn Door Flea and Vintage Day
Visit www.libertygrovehistorical.org for more information.
Find out more »Historical Presentation
History of the Mink River's name. Kathy Ray (Linden) will share her recollections of her grandparents and parents farming and raising mink in Liberty Grove. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »September 2016
Barn Door Flea and Vintage Day
Visit www.libertygrovehistorical.org for more information.
Find out more »October 2016
Vintage Market Day
Photo ops with a 1929 Ford pickup. Kite flying on the grassy Grand View grade. Bring your own, or purchase one on site. Free admission.
Find out more »July 2017
Vintage Day
Vendors offer an array of antiques and collectables for sale. The Historical Society also offers books, calendars, historic plat maps and other goods for sale. 10am-3pm. Kite Flying. 1pm. Military Honor Circle dedication.
Find out more »Antique Tractor Show/Arts & Crafts Fair
Arts & crafts fair, delicious food, hayrides and a display of antique farm equipment. Visit libertygrovehistorical.org for more information.
Find out more »August 2017
Vintage Day
Vendors offer an array of antiques and collectables for sale. The Historical Society also offers books, calendars, historic plat maps and other goods for sale.
Find out more »June 2018
Liberty Grove Historical Society Program
"Liberty Grove Cheese Factories: Then & Now.” Explore the history of Liberty Grove cheese factories from about 1890 which relieved American women of the difficult cheesemaking task at home. Jesse and Rachael Johnson share the story of their factory at the DC Creamery 128 years later.
Find out more »July 2018
Vintage Day
Vendors offer an array of antiques and collectables for sale. The Historical Society also offers books, calendars, historic plat maps and other goods for sale.
Find out more »Liberty Grove Historical Society Program
Visit the Appel, Grasse, Kellstrom, Kramer and Logerquist families from the 1880s to the 1950s in a video “Recollections of a Story Teller Doll” by Kathy Kramer Springer.
Find out more »Antique Show/Arts & Crafts Fair
Arts & crafts fair, delicious food, hayrides and a display of antique farm equipment. Visit libertygrovehistorical.org for more information.
Find out more »June 2019
Discover Liberty Grove’s Past
"A Visit with Peter Rowley" with presenter, Liberty Grove Historical Society member Don Payne. He will speak about the settling of Rowleys Bay.
Find out more »July 2019
Vintage Market
Outdoor flea market of vintage and estate items.
Find out more »Discover Liberty Grove’s Past
"Viking Restaurant - More Than A Fish Boil" with presenters Nyla Wickman Small, Rosemary Voight and Dan Peterson. The program will cover the restaurant's 80 years.
Find out more »Walking Each Other Home
John Iverson and Christy Christensen perform a mix of new and old standards with a classical and standard acoustic guitar. In case of rain, it will be held inside the barn.
Find out more »Antique Tractor Show/Arts & Crafts Fair
Arts & crafts fair, delicious food, hayrides and a display of antique farm equipment. Visit libertygrovehistorical.org for more information.
Find out more »August 2019
Music with a Grand View
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy old-time favorites from Walking Each Other Home with Cristy Christensen and John Iverson performing on the Log House Museum porch. In case of rain, it will be held in the barn.
Find out more »Discover Liberty Grove’s Past
"Historical Dreamers" with presenters Marylin Banzhaf and Marcy Farber. Presenters will discuss how the Liberty Grove Historical Society began in 2000.
Find out more »October 2019
Fall Color Day
The Liberty Grove Historical Society Museum provides the backdrop of Grand View for fall photo opportunities. Come and wander the beautiful grounds, and be sure to remember your camera. The museum will be open. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »May 2020
Heritage Walkway Dedication
The Liberty Grove Historical Society and the Sister Bay & Liberty Grove Fire Department will dedicate a section of the Heritage Walkway to past fire chiefs and EMS founders. The public is invited to attend.
Find out more »July 2020
A Day in the Country in Liberty Grove
Head to LGHS grounds for a carryout picnic. Non-alcoholic beverages offered for a donation. Antique tractors will be displayed. Historic buildings will open for “peek-ins.” Brochures available for self-guided walking tours. Visit the Facebook page for more info.
Find out more »September 2020
LGHS Vintage Market Day
Outdoor flea market featuring vintage and rummage items. Historic buildings are closed but visitors are encouraged to explore the grounds on self-guided walking tours. Practice safety guidelines including face masks and social distancing. Weather permitting.
Find out more »October 2020
Fall Photo Opportunity
The Liberty Grove Historical Society will set the scene for you with striking Ellison Bay as the backdrop. After you’ve got the shot, enjoy a self-guided walking tour of the LGHS Museum Grounds. All buildings will be closed due to COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines. There’s plenty of parking in our lot. DO NOT park on the side of the road that is State Highway 42.
Find out more »June 2021
“Elaine & Gretna’s Fish Tales, 1944-2004″
First person interpretations of the lives and stories of two of Door County’s more memorable characters, cousins Elaine Johnson and Gretna Johns. Safe seating available. Local COVID safety protocols observed. Free.
Find out more »LGHS Opening Day
With food by Jolly's Street Pizza Food Truck (11am-2pm), music by Walking Each Other Home (12-2pm), docent guided tours, vintage lawn games and more. Canceled in case of inclement weather. Local COVID safety protocols observed. Free.
Find out more »July 2021
History of Weborg Dock
Jane Weborg Nelson and Niles Weborg share the story of Liberty Grove’s iconic Weborg Dock in Gills Rock. A short Membership Meeting will precede the program. Plenty of parking and seating available. Free to the public.
Find out more »LGHS Antique Tractors & Art Festival
Featuring vintage tractors and farm machinery on display, an art show, tractor parade (1pm), hayrides (11am-3pm), pony rides ($5, 10am-3pm) and live music by Jerry Voelker & the Jolly Gents (11am-3pm). For more information, visit libertygrovehistorical.org.
Find out more »LGHS Antique Tractors & Art Festival
Featuring vintage tractors and farm machinery on display, an art show, tractor parade (1pm), hayrides (11am-2pm), raffle drawing (2pm), tractor trophy award ceremony (2:30pm) and live music by Lynn Gunmundsen, David Hatch, Johnny Horton, & Bruce Newbern (11am-3pm). For more information, visit libertygrovehistorical.org.
Find out more »August 2021
LGHS Vintage Market
Enjoy a unique shopping experience and help support LGHS, meet local people and view the beautiful museum grounds. Music by Walking Each Other Home with Friends.
Find out more »Music with a Grand View
Details to come.
Find out more »The FUN-damental History of LGHS
LGHS celebrated its 20th Anniversary in 2020. Join us as we recount those memorable years in a "game show" setting. Test your knowledge of Liberty Grove and LGHS Trivia to celebrate our accomplishments. Prizes will be awarded. A short membership meeting will precede the program.
Find out more »First Responders Dedication
Join LGHS and Chief Hecht at the Circle of Honor for the dedication of the First Responders portion of the Heritage Walkway. Valuable members of our Liberty Grove Fire Fighters and EMS Community will be honored in this ceremony. Refreshments will follow the program.
Find out more »October 2021
LGHS Vintage Market
Enjoy a unique shopping experience and help support LGHS, meet local people and view the beautiful museum grounds.
Find out more »June 2022
Charney Family Program
"The Charney Family: A Conversation With Family And Friends" presented by Ron Charney, Joyce Charney, Marie Skrobot and Mary Ackerman. A book about the family, "A Life on Lakeview" by Cynthia Oliver and Marie Skrobot will be available for $10.
Find out more »Fish Boil Fundraiser
Seatings (limited to 40) at 4pm, 5pm, 6pm and 7pm. A fundraiser to support LGHS. Food from Blue Bear Restaurant and Grandma's Swedish Bakery with children's menu options. $25/ticket. Call 920.680.1942 for reservations.
Find out more »Door County North Country Fair
A celebration at the end of National Pollinator Week. Area organizations will bring to light the valuable ecosystem series provided by bees, birds, butterflies and more. Featuring activities, vendors and more! Visit doorcountynorth.org for details.
Find out more »Museum Season Opener
Celebrate the official opening of the LGHS museum buildings for the 2022 season. Docents will be on site and live music will accompany this free, family-friendly event.
Find out more »Erin Krebs Duo
Performing in a variety of jazz and blues styles for the Door County North Country Fair.
Find out more »Door County North Country Fair
A celebration at the end of National Pollinator Week. Area organizations will bring to light the valuable ecosystem series provided by bees, birds, butterflies and more. Featuring activities, vendors and more! Visit doorcountynorth.org for details.
Find out more »Erin Krebs Duo
Performing in a variety of jazz and blues styles for the Door County North Country Fair.
Find out more »July 2022
Jerry Voelker and the Jolly Gents
Czech, German polkas and waltzes, and modern day jitterbug. Part of the Antique Tractor Show & Art Fest.
Find out more »Lynn Gudmundsen and Tom Beckman
An Eclectic Mix of Classic Rock, Country, and Irish Folk. Part of the Antique Tractor Show & Art Fest.
Find out more »Door County Coastal Byways
Following a general meeting, Door County Coastal Byway Chairperson Ann Miller will explain the kiosks on the Wisconsin Scenic Byway, which tell the story of the area's first settlers, rare plant species and early industries.
Find out more »Antique Tractor Show & Art Fest
Family-friendly fundraiser features art vendors, tractor parades, hay wagon and pony rides (11am-3pm), riding demos, music and food. Historic buildings will be open to view. Live Polka Music by Jerry Voelker and the Jolly Gents (10:30am-3pm.)
Find out more »Antique Tractor Show & Art Fest
Family-friendly fundraiser features tractor parades & more.
Find out more »August 2022
Vintage Market
Proceeds support LGHS.
Find out more »Walking Each Other Home
Acoustic guitar duo.
Find out more »Remembering Virginia Hanson
Sharing and celebrating the legacy of Virginia Kramer Hanson, her early years in the German settlement, her contributions to the historical society and her own words prior to her recent passing. Includes a tour of the farmhouse.
Find out more »September 2022
Vintage Market
Proceeds support LGHS.
Find out more »Walking Each Other Home
Acoustic guitar duo.
Find out more »October 2022
Vintage Market
Proceeds support LGHS.
Find out more »Fall Color Day
Photo ops on the last day the Log Museum is open. Self-guided museum grounds tour & docent-led Log Museum tour.
Find out more »June 2023
“The Door Reminder”
Lon Kopitske & Trudy Fandrei discuss a once-valuable source of local information.
Find out more »“Lake to Table” Dinner
Seatings at 4pm, 5pm, 6pm & 7pm. Fish boil fundraiser for the Liberty Grove Historical Society. $25/adults, $15/kids. Reservations recommended at 920.680.1942 or libertygrovehistorical.org.
Find out more »July 2023
Historical Garden Walk
Walk the grounds & raise funds for Sister Bay Historical Society.
Find out more »“The First People of Northern Door”
Experts discuss the history of local Indigenous peoples. Presentation in the white barn.
Find out more »Antique Tractor Show & Art Fest
Family-friendly fundraiser features tractor parades & more.
Find out more »Antique Tractor Show & Art Fest
Family-friendly fundraiser features tractor parades & more.
Find out more »Hatha Flow Outdoor Yoga
Bring a yoga mat. Canceled if it rains. Drop-in. $15/cash or check.
Find out more »August 2023
Hatha Flow Outdoor Yoga
Bring a yoga mat. Canceled if it rains. Drop-in. $15/cash or check.
Find out more »Hatha Flow Outdoor Yoga
Bring a yoga mat. Canceled if it rains. Drop-in. $15/cash or check.
Find out more »Vintage Market
Proceeds support LGHS.
Find out more »Hatha Flow Outdoor Yoga
Bring a yoga mat. Canceled if it rains. Drop-in. $15/cash or check.
Find out more »“The Life & Times of Grace and Harvey Grasse”
Historical presentation in the white barn.
Find out more »September 2023
Vintage Market
Proceeds support LGHS.
Find out more »Fall Colors Day
The museum's final day of operation for the season.
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