An Encore for the Auditorium . . .
A Coda for The Cramer Exchange . . .
And a Bravo! to our Dreamers and Doers!
Thank You for Making Dreams Come True!
Over five years of planning. Seasons of tireless dedication. The bravery to envision. A community of dreamers and doers. Donors making an investment in our community’s future. These are the things that have brought us here today, thank you for sharing the journey.
This season, as Door County Auditorium celebrates its 35th Anniversary, our brand new second venue, The Cramer Exchange, has been abuzz with the programs, performances, and hospitality for which it was built.
We couldn't have made all of this happen without the community that showed up for our opening summer: folks who made flower bouquets for our tables and moved staging and chairs, friends who stepped behind the bar to serve drinks, catered our events, ushered, directed parking, served as crossing guards, and donated their time filling in wherever help was needed. Thank you all.
We are so grateful for the support of our project’s donors, vendors, and workers, both volunteers and staff. If you haven’t yet financially supported the project – or if you’ve been considering a second gift or naming opportunity – we invite you to donate at this exciting time. Support is needed as we begin our Coda Campaign, funding designated to offset start-up and operational costs affiliated with The Cramer Exchange’s new arts education offerings for youth and adults. Contributions will also allow community and school groups to make use of The Cramer Exchange’s facilities, amenities, A/V equipment, and staff support at affordable and accessible rental rates.
All arts aficionados know that a powerful performance deserves an encore.
Naming Opportunities
All naming gifts will be recognized with donor plaques and signage. Plus, gifts of all sizes will be included on the Main Entrance naming wall in alphabetical order.
Folks interested in learning more are invited to contact DCA at support@dcauditorium.org or (920) 868-2728
Project Progress
Vinni Hancock, FOG Coordinator, Anne & Minnow Emerson, and Myles Danhausen at the Groundbreaking
DCA Groundbreaking
Cari Anne Hablerand Emerson DCA Groundbreaking
DCA Groundbreaking
Conner Dannhausen, Gibraltar kindergarten student and son of Myles Dannhausen who attended the auditorium's groundbreaking 35 years ago, enjoys his dirt dessert made by Duska Pearson, Construction Task Force Chair(left).
July 4, 2025: Construction is officially underway at the DCA's Annex! This week, DCA Executive Director Cari Lewis and Construction Task Force Chair Duska Pearson had a site visit with Architect Chris Renier ahead of concrete being poured next week.
July 4, 2025: Construction is officially underway at the DCA's Annex! This week, DCA Executive Director Cari Lewis and Construction Task Force Chair Duska Pearson had a site visit with Architect Chris Renier ahead of concrete being poured next week.
July 9, 2025: A big day at The Annex's jobsite today! The construction team started pouring the concrete floors this morning. Next week, the walls go up!
July 9, 2025: A big day at The Annex's jobsite today! The construction team started pouring the concrete floors this morning. Next week, the walls go up!
July 17, 2025: We've got walls at The Annex!
July 17: We've got walls at The Annex!
July 22, 2025: We've got walls. We repeat, we've got walls at The Annex!
August 7, 2025: "Beam Me Up" signing of The Annex beams!
August 8, 2025: Placement of The Annex beams
August 8, 2025: Placement of The Annex beams
August 12, 2025: Decking progress at The Annex
October 8, 2025: A shot of The Annex exterior
We've got a roof over our head at The Annex, literally! Pictured here: Nick Hoover, Box Office Manager, Duska Pearson, DCA Construction Task Force Chair, and Chris Reiner, Architect.
Finishing Touches and Banners
Spring 2026: The Cramer Exchange Okarma Concert Patio
May 2026: Season Announcement Party
May 2026: Season Announcement Party
In music terminology, a coda is a concluding passage that brings a piece or a movement to a formal end, often referring back to an earlier idea or passage meaningful to the work. It acts like an epilogue, offering a final sense of resolution after the main musical themes have finished.
We’re carefully planning every detail to meet our growing needs and improve visitor experiences. This new venue elevates our mission of providing diverse cultural experiences while fostering community connections.
Join us in making this vision a reality by contributing to our capital campaign. Your support will help us bring this new chapter to life!
Contact director@dcauditorium.org with any questions.