Baileys Harbor (CDP), Wisconsin facts for kids
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Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin
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Downtown Baileys Harbor
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 Baileys Harbor (CDP), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Door |
| Town | Baileys Harbor |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.687 sq mi (4.37 km2) |
| • Land | 1.684 sq mi (4.36 km2) |
| • Water | 0.003 sq mi (0.008 km2) |
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 257 |
| • Density | 152.3/sq mi (58.82/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
Baileys Harbor is a small community in Door County, Wisconsin, United States. It is a special type of place called a census-designated place. This means it's an area identified for gathering population data.
Baileys Harbor is located on Wisconsin Highway 57. You can find it northeast of a town called Jacksonport. In 2010, the community had a population of 257 people.
History of Baileys Harbor
Baileys Harbor was the very first village to be set up on the Door Peninsula. It got its name from a brave sailor, Captain Justice Bailey.
In 1848, Captain Bailey was sailing on Lake Michigan. A very strong storm hit, and he needed a safe place to hide. He found a calm, protected spot, which became known as Baileys Harbor. This harbor offered him safety from the wild storm.
Community Gallery
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Panorama from the harbor
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The local fire station
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The Post Office on Highway 57
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A popular shop for visitors
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An aerial view of Baileys Harbor
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The welcome sign for Baileys Harbor
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The Town Hall, which also serves as a library
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The busy marina
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