Migrant Housing

Probably not the most politically-correct term to use but the Peninsula boasts a robust history of migrant farm labor.

Prior to the mechanization of fruit harvesting Door County hosted a seasonal labor force that was responsible for bringing the orchard crop to market.

If you search the birth records of the peninsula for dates that coincide with the fall harvest you will find Hispanic surnamed infants.

I've ridden my bicycle past this relic situated along the spine of the northern part of the peninsula for more than twenty years.

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Housing for seasonal laborers.

There used to be bedsteads and moldy mattresses in these cabins - which coincidentally sported electricity.  But they're deteriorating and becoming more overgrown with every passing year.

History rotting...