Name/Title
PostcardsEntry/Object ID
2024.33.1Description
Set of fifteen Door County postcards dating back to about the 1940s/1950s all the way up to 2016. Some postcards have writing, postal stamps on them and others have not been used. Postcards are in various condition but mostly good with minor signs of use, wear, and storage. List and description of cards below:
1. Door County "Fish Boil" - Colored photo of a fish boil scene in the 1950s/60s, and appears to be Lawrence Wickman, founder of the Viking Grill in Ellison Bay.
2. Washington Island Ferry "Eyrarbakki", Door County, Wisc - Colored photo of a boy standing on the dock at the tip of the Door peninsula watching the ferry.
3. Eagle Cave, Peninsula State Park, Door County, Wisconsin - Colored illustration of the Eagle Cave in Peninsula State park, in Fish Creek, Wisconsin.
4. St. John the Baptist Church, Egg Harbor - Colored photo of the St. John the Baptist Church in Egg Harbor, Wisconsin.
5. Sumac Trail, Peninsula State Park - Colored illustration of the Sumac Trail near Lighthouse Rd. in Peninsula State Park, Fish Creek, Wisconsin.
6. Door Crossing Channel at Sturgeon Bay - Colored photo of the steel bridge in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.
7. Bosman's Parkside Motel - Black and white photo of Bosman's's Parkside Motel, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Located near Otumba Park and bathing beach.
8. Birches and Maples - Colored photo of white birch trees and maples in the autumn in Door County, specific location not noted.
9. Map of Door County - Colored illustrated map of Door County with images of fishing, beaches, and boats. Says "More than 250 Miles of Shoreline."
10. Sunset and boat on the water - Colored photo of a sailboat out on the water at sunset in Door County, specific location not noted.
11. Various Door County locations - Colored photos of various iconic locations in Door County depicting lighthouses, boats, bay scenes, and even Wilsons restaurant in Ephraim.
12. Baileys Harbor Yacht Club Resort - Colored photos of Baileys Harbor Yacht Club Resort including an ariel view of the resort, indoor pool, lobby, and outdoor pool.
13. Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse - Colored Photo of the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Lighthouse at the entrance of the canal.
14. Bjorklunden Chapel #1 - Colored photo interior of the Bjorklunden Chapel in Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin
15. Bjorklunden Chapel #2 - Colored photo angled interior view of the Bjorklunden Chapel in Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin.Cataloged By
Matthew AdelmanAcquisition
Accession
2024.33Source or Donor
Portage Historical SocietyAcquisition Method
GiftLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
PostcardNomenclature Sub-Class
Writing MediaNomenclature Class
Written Communication T&ENomenclature Category
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for CommunicationSearch Terms
Postcards, Postcard, Tourism, Photos, Illustrations, Egg Harbor, Fish Creek, Baileys Harbor, Ephraim, Sturgeon BayCondition
Condition
GoodDate Examined
Nov 14, 2024Examined By
Matthew AdelmanGeneral Notes
Note
Status: OK
Status By: Matthew Adelman
Status Date: 2024-11-14Create Date
November 14, 2024Update Date
July 7, 2026
