2022 Map of Institute

About this map

Monument Point and the steep elevation of Windsong Bluff define the western shoreline of the Door Peninsula along Green Bay. Moving inland, the landscape of eastern Door County is characterized by a network of drainage systems including Geisel Creek, Logan Cr, and Lilly Bay Cr, which meander through the rural acreage. The small crossroads communities of Carlsville, Valmy, and Institute serve as local anchors, each tied to the agricultural and residential life of the region. Local genealogy and history are well-preserved at the Saint John Lutheran Cem and Saint Peter and Paul Catholic Cem, located near the intersection of several county roads. The mapping of Monument Bluff Pass highlights the distinct geological shelf that separates the waters of Lake Michigan from the interior highlands, illustrating the classic topography of this Wisconsin peninsula.