The Tower Heritage Center
Preserving Washington County's Historic Places & Cultural Heritage

Featured Stories

19
Jan
Entrepreneurs' Edge: Quarterly Networking + Speaker Series for Driven Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs' Edge: Quarterly Networking + Speaker Series for Driven Entrepreneurs

Meet Entrepreneurs' Edge – Networking for driven entrepreneurs that feels like “business book club.” Save your seat for these quarterly
5 min read
13
Jan
Member-Exclusive Tours of the 1886 Jailhouse

Member-Exclusive Tours of the 1886 Jailhouse

A Thank You for You, Our Member Hey, member - you’re invited! On the third Friday of each month,
1 min read
08
Jan
1889 Courthouse in West Bend, Wisconsin with The Tower Heritage Center

New Year, New Member Benefits at The Tower Heritage Center

Exciting News for You! As the new year begins, you have a new way to connect with Washington County’s
4 min read
05
Jan
Oscar's Wine Bar in Hartford, Wisconsin

History Behind Oscar’s Wine Bar in Downtown Hartford, Wisconsin

Built in 1900 and originally known as the ‘Welsh Building,’ Oscar's Wine Bar has history in its bones.
4 min read
22
Dec
A Victorian Washington County Christmas Told Through Newspaper Clippings

A Victorian Washington County Christmas Told Through Newspaper Clippings

And above all the bustle, you'll read... Take a leisurely "scroll" through a time when communication
4 min read
18
Dec
7 Historic Photos of Washington County During the Holidays

7 Historic Photos of Washington County During the Holidays

Before twinkling lights illuminated downtowns and inflatable Frostys ornamented front lawns, Christmas in Washington County looked very different. While some
4 min read

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