Promoting Bay View’s Spectacular Maritime History Through Its 71 Lake Captains:Their Ships, Their Homes, Their Families, and Their Sailing Adventures on the Great Lakes.

Discover Bay View's Hidden Maritime History

Bay View, Wisconsin, holds a maritime heritage that has remained largely undiscovered until now. Our society is on a quest to shed light on this remarkable history, bringing it to life through various initiatives.

Antiques, Restoration, & Sailing Adventures

Featured Blog Posts

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Antique of the Month - 19th Century Maritime Flare Pistol
Antique of the Month - 19th Century Maritime Flare Pistol
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Sailing Adventures of Captain Hans. J Hansen and Captain Rudolph B. Morbeck
Sailing Adventures of Captain Hans. J Hansen and Captain Rudolph B. Morbeck
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Bay View Home Receives Wisconsin Historical Marker!
Bay View Home Receives Wisconsin Historical Marker!

The Historic Bay View Lake Captains Society proudly announces the installation of a Wisconsin Historical Marker at the Johanna Brotch House. This momentous event, featured in OnMilwaukee, marks a significant milestone as it is the first historical marker in Bay View in 27 years. The marker honors Johanna Brotch, Bay View’s only female ship owner, and stands in the front yard of her home at 515 East Lincoln Avenue, where she lived for 60 years.

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Antique of the Month - 20th Century Maritime Chronometer
Antique of the Month - 20th Century Maritime Chronometer
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Sailing Adventures of Captain Reuben D. Nelson (1923-?)
Sailing Adventures of Captain Reuben D. Nelson (1923-?)
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Antique of the Month - 1882 Sea Captain’s Spyglass
Antique of the Month - 1882 Sea Captain’s Spyglass
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Explore Our Youtube Channel

For interactive walking tours of lake captain homes in Bay View, the restoration journey of the historic Johanna Brotch home, and even more maritime fun visit our Youtube channel, “Bay View: Town of Lake CAPTAINS!”

Explore Our Projects

Our proposed historic marker site to honor Bay View’s Lake Captains and tell a fascinating story about a dog that saved lives.

The restoration and preservation of the historic Johanna Brotch home, Bay Views’ first Female Ship Owner.

Take A Peek Inside The Historic Johanna Brotch Home

Preserving Bay View's Rich Maritime Legacy – Your Support Matters!

Help us uncover and preserve Bay View's maritime heritage. Your contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant impact on our efforts. Together, we can celebrate the captivating history of Bay View.

Contribute today and be a part of preserving history!

Contributions are not tax deductible as we are not a 501c(3) charity.