Merry-Time Festival of Trees
November 14, 2020 – January 3, 2021; 10am-5pm
Joyously celebrate the holidays by enjoying dozens of beautifully decorated trees and decorative displays in the museum.
Fantastically decorated by local businesses, organizations and residents,  each of these extraordinary trees is adorned with beautiful ornaments and special surprises. Best of all, every tree will go home with a lucky winner in our Merry-Time Festival of Trees raffle!
Trees will remain at the museum until January 3 so they can be enjoyed by all visitors through the holidays.
Create a new holiday tradition for your family and friends by joining in this wonderful festive event. Museum admission includes a daily festival rate of $10 for adults (includes a free $5 Merry-Time Festival of Trees raffle ticket).

‘Evening at the Museum’ is one auction package you could win!

12 Days of Merry-Times Auction (online)
December 4 – 15, 2020
An auction offering what you love: Museum-exclusive experiences! Each auction lot offers an opportunity for you to experience the Museum and partner properties like never before. Enjoy behind the scenes exclusives, use of Museum event spaces, special tours, and holiday parties – if you’re the highest bidder. All auction proceeds benefit the mission of the Door County Maritime Museum and Lighthouse Preservation Society to preserve Great Lakes maritime history, and provide interpretive and education opportunities for current and future generations.

Set a reminder for 2021: Tug Lighting & Merry-Time Festival of Trees Opening Day
November 13, 2021; 4pm-6pm
Celebrate the holiday season with warm refreshments, carols, and a socially-distant visit with Santa Claus for the opening of the Merry-Time Festival of Trees and the lighting of the Tug John Purves.

Thank you to our spirited sponsors for making this Festival possible!