Since 1917, productive land along the shores of Green Bay has been site to Horseshoe Bay Farms, formerly Murphy Farms. The Farm is listed on the National & State Register of Historic Places for its prominence in the development of Door County - both in the agricultural industry and as a civic landmark.

Horseshoe Bay Farms, Inc. (HSBF) is a 501(c)(3) that was created to assure this treasured part of Door County history was never lost. A group of passionate neighbors donated the funds for purchase and refurbishment of the property in November 2018. They immediately moved two historic cottages from across the street and began urgent repairs to other vulnerable historic structures.

The mission of Horseshoe Bay Farms is to act as a responsible steward through preservation, rehabilitation, and activation of the historic Horseshoe Bay Farms, securing its future for generations to come. As a Center for Sustainable Stewardship, the Farm teaches by example the principles of care for the site, land, and history, serves the Door County community as a center of learning and culture, and supports innovation as a hub for development and exchange of stewardship practices. Bridging the past with the present, and science with art and culture, Horseshoe Bay Farms continues to serve the community as an important civic landmark where its history can be celebrated and shared.

Our Mission & GUIding principles

1. Be stewards of the site, land, and history

2. Serve the Door County community as a center of learning and culture

3. Be a hub for learning and exchanging new and developing ideas

4. Provide access and programs unique to this site

5. Be an incubator for innovation

6. Adopt plans and practices that are sustainable for the future

Board of Directors

Lori Nicholas, President & Treasurer

David Nicholas, Vice President

Andy Gill, Secretary

Mary Kay Braza