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Featured Stories

14
Aug
Saxonia House Archeology Site

Saxonia House Archeology Site

Archeology in Our Backdoor  When you think of archaeology, you might think of Egypt or Rome. Places with centuries upon
4 min read
03
Aug
Fall Homeschool Series: Finding Your Family History

Fall Homeschool Series: Finding Your Family History

Take a hands-on journey through genealogy and build a family tree to preserve your heritage This engaging homeschool series
1 min read
10
Jul
A Name to Remember: The Life of Barton Salisbury

A Name to Remember: The Life of Barton Salisbury

The Pioneer Spirit In those days, the Milwaukee River made its winding course through acres of trees so vast and
5 min read
09
Jun
The Reading Room

The Reading Room

Coming Soon... As a historical nonprofit, we are always looking for ways to engage the public with our mission. Preserving
3 min read
02
Jun
Merimac Hotel West Bend WI

Local Stories & Summer Programs

Remembering West Bend's Historic Washington House The Historic Washington House in West Bend, Wisconsin, is one of the
2 min read
26
May
Vivian's Big Cedar Lake Resort in West Bend, Wisconsin

5 Essential Historic Businesses on Big Cedar Lake

Sitting at 4 miles long and covering 937 acres, Big Cedar Lake is the largest lake in Washington County. In
5 min read

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