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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 History
The 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 History
7 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 History
Stars 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 History
From 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 History
Building 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 History
From 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
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Posted In: Historic Landmarks, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County History
A Walk Down Main Street of Historic Kewaskum
Welcome to Kewaskum, the small town in Washington County known as the gateway to… More