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Posted In: Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County HistoryA Little Deja-Brew; A Brief History of the West Bend Brewing Company
With Bella Bussey, Events & Outreach Coordinator While demolition of the West Bend Brewery… More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 12: Teen Academy Miniseries – Day 5 / Historic Preservation
In the penultimate episode of this miniseries, our Teen Academy participants Hannah, Anthony, and… More
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Posted In: Historic Building Preservation, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County HistoryThe Golden Age of Cinema Meets an Art Deco Palace; Celebrating West Bend’s Historic Theater
Gone With the Wind, The Wizard of Oz, King Kong, It Happened One Night… … More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 11: Teen Academy Miniseries – Day 4 / Programming
In this episode, we’re exploring the dynamic field of programming within museums and historical… More
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Wish You Were Here, at Cedar Lake
A postcard is never received with anything but excitement. It’s impossible. There’s nothing more… More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 10: Teen Academy Miniseries – Day 3 / Curating
As we continue our Teen Academy Miniseries, we’re exploring the exciting world of exhibit… More
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The Washington County Fair Through the Decades
Blue Ribbons. Cotton Candy. Amusement Rides. Summer Heat. The Washington County Fair is a… More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 9: Teen Academy Miniseries – Day 2 / Oral History
As we continue our Teen Academy Miniseries, we dive into the captivating world of… More
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Posted In: Historic Landmarks, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County History7 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About ‘The Spirit of the American Doughboy’
Walking down towards the intersection of Poplar and 5th Avenue stands a brass statue… More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 8: Teen Academy Miniseries – Day 1 / Museums and Research
Meet the three talented participants of our inaugural Teen Academy and hear their take… More
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Posted In: Historic Landmarks, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County HistoryStars and Stripes: 7 Historic Images of the American Flag in Washington County
Throughout history, the American flag has been flown as a declaration of pride in… More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 7: Getting to Know…Joe Zaremba, President of the Washington County Historical Society Board of Directors
Joe Zaremba’s passion for history, music, and community involvement has shaped his remarkable journey…. More
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Posted In: Historic Landmarks, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County HistoryFrom Iron Road to State Trail; Exploring the History of the Eisenbahn
Picture this: You’re biking along the Eisenbahn State Trail on a cool summer’s night…. More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 6: Getting to Know…Communications Coordinator Bridgette Becker
Check out the first entry into our new “Getting to Know You” series. Join us… More
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Posted In: Historic Landmarks, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County HistoryBuilding the Washington County Veterans’ Plaza
If you look out the northeastern-facing windows in the courtroom of the 1889 Courthouse… More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 5: Summer Fun at The Tower Heritage Center
Hear details of our exciting summer calendar! From upcoming events to big changes –… More
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Posted In: Historic Landmarks, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County HistoryFrom Hooks and Ladders to Engines and Bells
Composed of 60 paid-on-call volunteers, the Hartford Fire and Rescue Department responds and provides… More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 4: History on the Rocks (Pt. 2)
Did you know the fifth largest diamond discovered in the United States was found… More