Liberty Grove Historical Society | Door County, Wisconsin

The Door Reminder- "Let's Chat with Lon Kopitkze & Trudy Fandrei"
2023-06-19 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Liberty Grove Historical Society, 11831 State Hwy 42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210, United States
Monday, June 19th, 7pm: The Door Reminder- “Let’s Chat with Lon Kopitkze & Trudy Fandrei”
Join Lon Kopitske and Trudy Fandrei as they share stories from the 60 year history of The Door Reminder, a once valuable resource for Door County residents and visitors.
The program will follow a short membership meeting where Lon, with Linda Wilkinson, will be honored as 2022 Recipients of the Don Overby Appreciation Award. Help us celebrate the countless contributions made by these valuable individuals.
Light refreshments will be served. Merchandise benefiting LGHS will be available. All programs are free and open to the public with plenty of on-site parking and seating.
All events are subject to change. For updates, visit our Facebook page.

Additional 2023 Programming and Events
Spring Potluck Meeting,Monday, May 15th, 6pm at Town of Liberty Grove Hall.
Annual “Lake to Table” Fish Boil Fundraiser is on-site Thursday, June 22nd.
A unique monthly evening program will be presented every 3rd Monday at 7pm following a general membership meeting in the white museum barn June – August. First People of Northern Door will be presented on Monday, July 17th and The Life and Times of Grace and Harvey Grasse will be presented on Monday, August 21st.
Museum 2023 Season Opening Day is Saturday, June 24th 10-4pm. Docents available and Museum buildings open 1-4pm every Saturday through October 14th and Thursday, 9-noon through October 12th. Museum grounds are open to the public dawn to dusk every day.
Antique Tractor & Arts Festival is the weekend of July 22-23, 10-4pm.
Vintage Market Days are Saturday, August 12th and September 9th, 10-3pm.
Eliason Historic Home Site Tour presented by Judy & bert Scherb is Monday, September 18th, 4-6pm.
Fall Color “Photo Op” Day is Saturday, October 14th, 10-3pm and the last day the museum buildings will be open for the 2023 season.
Fall Potluck Meeting is Monday, October 16th, 6pm located at the Town of Liberty Grove Hall.
All events are subject to change. For the most current event information find us on Facebook.com/libertygrovehistory.

Spring Potluck Meeting
2023-05-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Grove Town Hall, 11161 Old Stage Road, Sister Bay, WI, 54234, United States
Monday, May 15: Spring Potluck Meeting, Liberty Grove Town Hall, 6 pm
All members are invited to the last meeting of the 2023 season for a potluck. We celebrate the season’s success and reflect on the past year.
The gathering takes place at the Liberty Grove Town Hall. Please bring your own tableware, along with an entree, salad, or dessert dish to share. Coffee and lemonade will be provided.
All events are subject to change. For the most current event information find us on Facebook.com/libertygrovehistory.

Additional 2023 Programming and Events
Annual “Lake to Table” Fish Boil Fundraiser is on-site Thursday, June 22nd.
A unique monthly evening program will be presented every 3rd Monday at 7pm following a general membership meeting in the white museum barn June – August. The Door Reminder will be presented June 19th, Potawatomi Families of Liberty Grove will be presented on July 17th and The Life and Times of Grace and Harvey Grasse will be presented on August 21st.
Museum 2023 Season Opening Day is Saturday, June 24th 10-4pm. Docents available and Museum buildings open 1-4pm every Saturday through October 14th and Thursday, 9-noon through October 12th. Museum grounds are open to the public dawn to dusk every day.
Antique Tractor & Arts Festival is the weekend of July 22-23, 10-4pm.
Vintage Market Days are Saturday, August 12th and September 9th, 10-3pm.
John Eliason Historic Home Site Tour presented by Judy & Bert Scherb is Monday, September 18th, 4-6pm.
Fall Color “Photo Op” Day is Saturday, October 14th, 10-3pm and the last day the museum buildings will be open for the 2023 season.
Fall Potluck Meeting is Monday, October 16th, 6pm located at the Town of Liberty Grove Hall.
All events are subject to change. For the most current event information find us on Facebook.com/libertygrovehistory.

INGWERSEN STUDIO GALLERY AND GROUNDS ON SITE TOUR
2022-09-19 16:00 - 18:00 | James Ingwersen Studio/Gallery, 2029 Old Stage Road, Sister Bay, WI, 54234, United States
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4pm, Monday, Sept. 19, 2022: Ingwersen Studio Gallery & Grounds On Site Tour,
Please join LGHS President Stefanie Burke with renowned portrait Artist James J. Ingwersen, accompanied by his assistant Lisa Bley, as they take us on an on site tour of the historic Ingwersen Studio and Gallery property.
The 100-acre farm hosts late 19th Century Pomeranian wood structures some dating back to the Civil War all nestled on a public preservation easement through Door County Land Trust. There have been recent improvements made on the property to help in its preservation that make this a much see event.
Plenty of parking available on site. If you have any questions or want to know more about this event, please contact Cheryl Culver by calling 920-68-1942 or emailing at libertygrovehistory@gmail.com. All events are subject to change. For the most current event information find us on Facebook.com/libertygrovehistory.
INGWERSEN Studio/Gallery is located at 2029 Old Stage Road, just a few miles southeast of Sister Bay off of Hwy 57. The Studio/Gallery is open to the public on Weds & Sat and also by appointment (920) 495-6622.
Please note the Ingwersen Studio/Gallery on-site tour is being offered in place of the canceled Scherb/John Elliason Home on-site tour.

September Music With A Grand View
2022-09-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Liberty Grove Historical Society, 11831 State Hwy 42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210, United States
September 10: Music With A Grand View, 1 – 3 pm.
Live music by Walking Each Other Home with Friends to entertain while you shop the Vintage Market. Plenty of parking and seating available.
Don’t worry if you can’t make September’s Music with a Grandview or the Vintage Market. Mark your calendar to enjoy Walking Each Other Home with Friends on Saturday, August 13 from 1 – 3 pm in conjunction with our first Vintage Market of the season starting at 10 am.
All events are subject to change. For the most current event information find us on Facebook.com/libertygrovehistory.

All events are subject to change. For the most current event information find us on Facebook/libertygrovehistory.

Remembering Virginia- A True Liberty Grove Gal [Virginia Grace Kramer Hanson (1924-2022)]
2022-08-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Liberty Grove Historical Society, 11831 State Hwy 42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210, United States
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Monday, August 15: Remembering Virginia- A True Liberty Grove Gal [Virginia Grace Kramer Hanson (1924-2020),] presented by LGHS President Stefanie DeVooght Burke, LGHS Archivist Karen Board Moran and LGHS Board Member and Local Writer Jan Newport following a general meeting, Museum Barn, 7 pm.
Please join us as we share and celebrate the legacy of Virginia Grace Kramer Hanson, a true Liberty Grove gal and keeper of Liberty Grove history for more than 70 years. Plenty of parking and seating available for our guests and members. This event is free and open to the public.
The 2022 LGHS season’s programs celebrate Liberty Grove’s rich rural farm life, harvesting of natural resources like trees, rocks, and fish in coastal villages and urban entrepreneurs. A unique program will be presented every 3rd Monday of the month in the white Museum Barn, June – August, at 7 pm and is open to the public.

August Music with a Grand View
2022-08-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Liberty Grove Historical Society, 11831 State Hwy 42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210, United States
August 7: Music with a Grand View, 1 – 3 pm
Live music by Walking Each Other Home with Friends to entertain while you shop the Vintage Market. Plenty of parking and seating available.
Don’t worry if you can’t make August’s Music with a Grandview, our next music event is in conjunction with September’s Vintage Market on Saturday, September 10, 10 am – 3 pm.
All events are subject to change. For the most current event information find us on Facebook.com/libertygrovehistory.

Door County Coastal Byway: Liberty Grove's Coastal Story Presented by Ann Miller, Door County Coastal Byway Chairperson.
2022-07-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Liberty Grove Historical Society, 11831 State Hwy 42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210, United States
Monday, July 18: Door County Coastal Byway- Door County Coastal Byway Project: Liberty Grove’s Coastal Story, following a general meeting, Museum Barn, 7 pm. Plenty of parking and seating available.
The 2022 LGHS season’s programs celebrate Liberty Grove’s rich rural farm life, harvesting of natural resources like trees, rocks, and fish in coastal villages and urban entrepreneurs. A unique program will be presented every 3rd Monday of the month in the white Museum Barn, June – August, at 7 pm and is open to the public.
Join Door County Coastal Byway Chairperson Ann Miller as she presents the story of the iconic Door County Coastal Byway blue kiosks which is part of the official Wisconsin Scenic Byway. This 12 kiosks 66 mile loop leads visitors through Liberty Grove and Northern Door County along Hwy 42 and 57. Each kiosk telling the story of area’s unique past concerning the early settlers, rare plant species and how industries like agriculture, fishing and logging shaped Door County’s culture.
Five kiosks are located throughout Liberty Grove and Sister Bay: Koepsel’s Farm Market, downtown Sister Bay on the waterfront, our own Liberty Grove

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Historical museum grounds, Grandview Park and Port des Mort Park.
The story behind the Door County Coastal Byway project began in 2008 and efforts are underway to upgrade the website. Please consider becoming a DCCB Website Sponsor at https://doorcountycoastalbyway.org/.
All events are subject to change. For the most current event information find us on Facebook.com/libertygrovehistory.

A Life On Lakeview- The Charney Family
2022-06-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Liberty Grove Historical Society, 11831 State Hwy 42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210, United States
Monday, June 20: A Life on Lakeview- The Charney Family- A Conversation With Family And Friends, following a general meeting and the election of Officers, Museum Barn, 7 pm. Plenty of parking and seating available.
The 2022 LGHS season’s programs celebrate Liberty Grove’s rich rural farm life, harvesting of natural resources like trees, rocks, and fish in coastal villages and urban entrepreneurs. A unique program will be presented every 3rd Monday of the month in the white Museum Barn, June – August, at 7 pm and is open to the public.
Join Ron Charney, Joyce Charney, Marie Skrobot, and Mary Ackerman as they reminisce about the Charney Family, who called the south end of Lakeview Road their home.
A limited edition of the book titled “A Life On Lakeview” written by Cynthia Oliver and Marie Skrobot will be available for a $10 donation courtesy of Marie Skrobot.
All events are subject to change. For the most current event information find us on Facebook.com/libertygrovehistory.

FUN-damentals HISTORY OF LGHS
2021-08-16 19:00 | Liberty Grove Historical Society, 11831 State Hwy 42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210, United States
August 16 – Museum Barn, 7 pm
Program: FUN-damental History of LGHS
Members and guests are invited to join the trivia challenge for team prizes as the LGHS finally celebrates their delayed 20th Anniversary program called “FUN-damental History of LGHS” which, of course, includes the history, geography, and people of Liberty Grove. Like all team games, no one needs to be an expert. All Events are subject to change. For the most current event information finds on Facebook.com/libertygrovehistory.
1908 Ellison Bay, photo courtesy of Virginia Hanson

The History of the Weborg Dock
2021-07-19 19:00 | Liberty Grove Historical Society, 11831 State Hwy 42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210, United States
July 19 – Museum Barn, 7 pm
Program: The History of the Weborg Dock
Weborg family members will share the story of the Weborg Dock in Gills Rock that is being repurposed into the Mariners Town Park.

Museum Season Opening
2021-06-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Grove Historical Society, 11831 State Hwy 42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210, United States
June 26: Museum Season Opening, 10 am – 4 pm
Join us for Opening Day at the Museum for the 2021 season! Live music will also accompany this great event!

Elaine & Gretna’s Fish Tales
2021-06-21 19:00 | Liberty Grove Historical Society, 11831 State Hwy 42, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210, United States
June 21 – Election of Officers, Museum Barn, 7 pm
Program: Elaine & Gretna’s Fish Tales, 1944 – 2004
“Elaine & Gretna’s Fish Tales, 1944-2004” will introduce us to these local gals who were ahead of their time as the first commercial fisherwomen in Door County, portrayed by members Karen Board Moran and Cheryl Rohde Culver.
Photo courtesy of Ingrid Lawrenz
