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Schmahl Log Home in Early Washington County, Wisconsin

3 Ways to Fund Preservation of Your Historic Home

“Building preservation sounds expensive…” A phrase all too common when historic home owners, especially those new… More

1911 Enger Kress Pocket Book Co in West Bend, Wisconsin

The Enger-Kress Pocketbook Co.

One of the most prominent early industries of Washington County, The Enger-Kress Pocketbook Company, vastly impacted… More

Newspaper employees bundling papers in 1929 in Washington County, Wisconsin

The Beginnings of the Press in Washington County

Today, it has seldom been easier to find out what is going on in the world…. More

The Tower Heritage Center

Located in West Bend, Wisconsin, we are the home of the Washington County Historical Society, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve the rich history of our county and provide meaningful experiences and education for all.

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320 S 5th Ave
West Bend WI, 53095
(262) 335-4678

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Thursday & Friday 11 am – 5 pm
Saturday 9 am – 3 pm

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