Ephraim Historical Foundation

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Ephraim Historical Foundation Dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Ephraim, WI through exhibits, programs, & more.

MISSION STATEMENT
Founded in Door County Wisconsin as a not-for-profit organization, the mission of the Ephraim Historical Foundation is to:

Preserve and foster preservation of historical monuments, buildings, structures, sites, documents and artifacts, including the purchasing and selling of real estate. Foster development and support of cultural and civic services including libraries, art, historical museums, and education within the Village of Ephraim and the community at large. Act as a vehicle and custodian of endowment and/or trust fund contributions for the preservation of historic properties. Enrich the concept of Ephraim as a village of values for the enjoyment and understanding of our cultural traditions and natural beauty.

10/21/2026
10/01/2026

It’s October, which means it’s finally time to get excited for our 2nd Annual Pumpkin Walk!

Join us on Saturday, October 31 from 2-6pm as we celebrate Halloween here in Ephraim with tons of family-friendly fun!

Trick-or-treat at local businesses (full list released closer to event), visit the Ephraim Historical Foundation museum sites on a free tram ride, vote for your favorite jack-o-lantern, and more!

Enter your own jack-o-lantern by Friday, October 30 at 5pm at the Ephraim Historical Foundation to be entered into our contest. Event attendees will vote for “Most Creative” and “Spookiest” pumpkins and the winner of each category will win an Ephraim prize!

09/28/2026
09/26/2026

We always have a great time on one of Ephraim Historical Foundation’s tram tours! These informative tours are a great way to see Ephraim while learning about the Village’s rich history.

Tickets are available on the Ephraim Historical Foundation website.

🕯️Experience Ephraim’s darker history by candlelight🕯️Join us for Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours on Frida...
09/18/2026

🕯️Experience Ephraim’s darker history by candlelight🕯️

Join us for Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking Tours on Friday, October 2nd & Friday, October 9th at 6:30pm, 7:00pm, and 7:30pm.

As you stroll, you’ll uncover the lesser-known stories of our historic village.✨

Registration in advance required. Book online at ephraim.org/museumsafterdarktours

Museums After Dark: Candlelight Walking ToursExperience Ephraim’s rich history under the enchantment of candlelight with our "Museums After Dark" Candlelight Walking Tour. This evocative evening journey begins at the Anderson Barn Museum and winds its way down the backroads of Ephraim to visit the...

09/15/2026
09/14/2026

Overlooking Eagle Bay, the 3rd annual Ephraim Vintage Fest brought the community together today to appreciate the past through wearable mementos and historic sites. ⬇️

🍂Shop Spotlight: The EHF Autumn CollectionWith fall approaching, get ready to fight the chill with our newest shop arriv...
09/02/2026

🍂Shop Spotlight: The EHF Autumn Collection
With fall approaching, get ready to fight the chill with our newest shop arrivals. The iconic Ephraim pennant sweater now comes in cardinal red, just in time for cozy season. Curl up with one of our new autumn reads📚, light a Driftless Studios Candle Co. ‘Apple C***r Donut’ candle🕯️, and snack on some Annie B’s Sea Salt Caramel popcorn🍿. All of your fall essentials are waiting at the Anderson Store Museum gift shop!

Starting September 3rd, we will be switching to our autumn schedule. We’ll be open 10am-4pm Thursday-Sunday until October 10th!

With August quickly coming to an end, we are approaching the beginning of our Fall hours. Starting next week, our histor...
08/26/2026

With August quickly coming to an end, we are approaching the beginning of our Fall hours. Starting next week, our historic sites will be open from 10 AM to 4 PM on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Don’t miss out on a chance to take a History Tram Tour as the leaves change either! Tram tours can be booked on our website, and are available every Thursday and Friday from September 3 until our season ends on October 10. Stay tuned for plenty more Fall activities and events 🍁

📸: Dan Eggert Photography

Address

3060 Anderson Lane/PO Box 165
Ephraim, WI
54211

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+19208549688

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