Sturgeon Bay

Sturgeon Bay takes its name from the giant fish that was once prevalent in the surrounding waters.  Fish so long that settlers would stack Sturgeon on the dock like cords of firewood.

Sturgeon Bay also stands as the 'gatekeeper' to northern Door County.

Father Jacques Marquette, a Jesuit missionary, visited in 1673 and was the first white man to record a visit here.  Using an Indian portage trail, Marquette spent days shuttling his canoe and supplies on mile overland from Green Bay to Lake Michigan.  His shuttle occured near the location tha the present-day ship canal divides the City of Sturgeon Bay.

Shipping played an important role in the economic development of Sturgeon bay which was built on a foundation of logs and limestone.  Today, shipping and the water  continue to play a critical role in the County's economy with luxury yacht builder, Palmer-Johnson; commercial shipbuilder and repair facility, Bay Shipbuilding, and countless marinas and charter fishing boats.  The city and county are constantly expanding and diversifying their industrial base to provide more jobs for those who dream of living in Door County.

Sturgeon Bay's downtown enjoys two districts on the National Register of Historic Places.  Two museums, the Door County Maritime Museum and the Door County Museum recount the nautical and natural history of the county.

The population of the City of Sturgeon Bay in the 2000 census was 9,437.

Check out these links for more information on Sturgeon Bay and things to do.

Search for Sturgeon Bay Homes & Property

Sturgeon Bay School District

Miller Art Center

Door County Historical Museum

Door County Maritime Museum

Sawyer Park Boat Launch

Sturgeon Bay Information Center

Door County Library

City of Sturgeon Bay Government Page

Door County Government Page

 

Contact Information

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