Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB)
Location: Green Bay, WI
Distance from Door County: Approximately 70 miles
Manitowoc County Airport (MTW)
Location: Manitowoc, WI
Distance from Door County: Approximately 85 miles
Outagamie County Regional Airport (ATW)
Location: Appleton, WI
Distance from Door County: Approximately 100 miles
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Distance from Door County: Approximately 160 miles
Door County Cherryland Airport (SUE)
Location: Sturgeon Bay, WI
Distance from Door County: Located within Door County
Wittman Regional Airport (OSH)
Location: Oshkosh, WI
Distance from Door County: Approximately 125 miles
Door County Maritime Museum
Location: Sturgeon Bay, WI
Focus: Maritime history of the Great Lakes, shipbuilding, lighthouses, and more.
Peninsula State Park - Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum
Location: Fish Creek, WI
Focus: History of the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, a preserved 19th-century lighthouse.
The Ridges Sanctuary & Nature Center
Location: Baileys Harbor, WI
Focus: Natural history of Door County, with an emphasis on conservation and unique ecosystems.
Miller Art Museum
Location: Sturgeon Bay, WI
Focus: Local and regional art exhibitions, including paintings, photography, and sculptures.
Corner of the Past & Old Anderson House Museum
Location: Sister Bay, WI
Focus: Historical buildings and artifacts showcasing life in 19th-century Door County.
Alexander Noble House Museum
Location: Fish Creek, WI
Focus: A historic Greek Revival home featuring exhibits on 19th-century life in Door County.
Hands On Art Studio
Location: Fish Creek, WI
Focus: Interactive art experiences where visitors can create pottery, glass, jewelry, and other forms of art.
Heritage Hill State Historical Park
Location: Green Bay, WI
Focus: Outdoor living history museum featuring restored buildings and demonstrations of life in 19th-century Wisconsin.
Neville Public Museum
Location: Green Bay, WI
Focus: History, science, and art exhibitions, covering regional history and culture.
National Railroad Museum
Location: Green Bay, WI
Focus: Preserves and interprets the history of railroads with exhibits on locomotives, rolling stock, and railway culture.
Oneida Nation Museum
Location: De Pere, WI (near Green Bay)
Focus: Cultural history of the Oneida Nation, featuring artifacts, artwork, and educational exhibits.
1. Peninsula State Park
Location: Fish Creek
Why it's great: This iconic park offers stunning views of Green Bay, rocky bluffs, forests, and the historic Eagle Bluff Lighthouse. There are endless options for landscape painters, with changing scenes based on the seasons.
2. Cave Point County Park
Location: Near Sturgeon Bay
Why it's great: Known for its dramatic limestone cliffs, crystal-clear water, and caves along Lake Michigan’s shoreline, this park provides beautiful coastal scenery ideal for both land and seascape painting.
3. Ellison Bluff State Natural Area
Location: Ellison Bay
Why it's great: With its towering bluffs offering panoramic views of the waters of Green Bay, this location is perfect for capturing the grandeur of Door County’s natural beauty.
4. Anderson Dock & Warehouse
Location: Ephraim
Why it's great: This historic dock and the weathered, graffiti-covered warehouse is a popular painting spot for its rustic charm and waterfront setting. The sunset views across Eagle Harbor make it even more stunning.
5. Sister Bay Waterfront Park
Location: Sister Bay
Why it's great: With a sandy beach, marina, and views of the Sister Islands, this park is ideal for capturing both beach scenes and tranquil waters. The park is bustling in summer, offering great opportunities for capturing lively scenes.
6. Door County Land Trust Preserves
Locations: Throughout Door County
Why it's great: The Land Trust manages several nature preserves, including places like Stavkirke Woods, Schauer Park, and the Bay Shore Blufflands Preserve. These areas offer peaceful, natural settings with forested areas, meadows, and shoreline vistas.
7. Fish Creek Harbor
Location: Fish Creek
Why it's great: The harbor is perfect for painting picturesque sailboats, the sparkling waters of Green Bay, and charming waterside buildings. The backdrop of nearby Peninsula State Park adds depth to any composition.
8. Whitefish Dunes State Park
Location: Near Jacksonport
Why it's great: Whitefish Dunes is perfect for artists looking to capture the beauty of Lake Michigan’s expansive sandy beaches, dunes, and the powerful waves along the shore.
9. Ridges Sanctuary
Location: Baileys Harbor
Why it's great: This nature preserve offers a more intimate and serene painting experience with its diverse ecosystems, including cedar forests, wetlands, and sandy ridges. The sanctuary also features historic Range Lights, perfect for capturing a touch of history in a natural setting.
10. Door Bluff Headlands County Park
Location: Gills Rock
Why it's great: Located at the northern tip of the peninsula, this park offers untouched, rugged beauty with forested trails, rock formations, and stunning views of the bay.
11. Waterfront in Ephraim
Location: Ephraim
Why it's great: With its classic white churches and old wooden piers, Ephraim is a quintessential Door County scene. The reflection of buildings on the water and the sunsets here provide excellent light for painting.
12. Washington Island
Location: Off the tip of Door County, accessible by ferry
Why it's great: A short ferry ride from the tip of the peninsula, Washington Island offers remote beauty with farms, open fields, and unique spots like Schoolhouse Beach with its smooth limestone pebbles.
