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31
Mar
From Iron Road to State Trail: Exploring the History of the Eisenbahn Trail

From Iron Road to State Trail: Exploring the History of the Eisenbahn Trail

Picture this: You’re biking along the Eisenbahn State Trail on a cool summer’s night. Light filters through overhead
5 min read
25
Mar
Fascinating Research Found During The Plaster Ceiling Project

Fascinating Research Found During The Plaster Ceiling Project

Learning something new everyday is an old adage that really does have truth to it. While working on our most
7 min read
24
Mar
Young Entrepreneurs: Teen Summer Entrepreneurship Program

Young Entrepreneurs: Teen Summer Entrepreneurship Program

Hold-up. This isn't just another summer program. Young Entrepreneurs is where ambitious teens gain foundational entrepreneurship skills (the
4 min read
17
Mar
Do you Know the Best Times to Visit Historic Sites in Washington County?

Do you Know the Best Times to Visit Historic Sites in Washington County?

Looking for a day trip to explore history during peak seasons? Discover what it means to be a part of
4 min read
10
Mar
Spring at the Heritage Center

Spring at the Heritage Center

Spring is just around the corner at The Tower Heritage Center, and we're gearing up for an exciting
3 min read
02
Mar
Lath wall inside the 1865 Frisby-Wagner House in West Bend, WI

Applying Historic Plastering Techniques in the Frisby-Wagner House

The integrity of today’s standing historic buildings is in the handiwork of the craftsmen who came before us. Part
4 min read

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