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Things You “Dough-nut” Know About the Old Slinger Bakery
There’s nothing like biting into a freshly glazed doughnut on a Saturday morning or… More
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Posted In: 1886 Jailhouse, Historic Building Preservation, Historic Landmarks, Washington County Historical Society Archives1886 Jailhouse – Learn Your Landmarks
Built to be escape-proof – but was it? The most unique item in The… More
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The Unravelling of Jingle Bell Sweaters. Warning: This Could Get Ugly.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and you’ve received an invite in… More
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Posted In: 5-Year ReConnect, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County HistoryReDiscover the 1865 Frisby House
The future is exciting. It’s our pleasure to introduce you to the newest addition… More
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Inside St. Agnes Convent and School
Founded in 1858, the Sisters of St. Agnes managed one of the first schools… More
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Visiting Christmas Past; Historic Holiday Scenes in Washington County
It’s about time to deck your halls and pull Frosty from that corner in… More
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How One Membership Makes a Difference. Hint: It Starts with You.
As a nonprofit organization independent of county funding, we rely on community support to… More
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5 Ideas to Make the Most of Your Membership with The Tower Heritage Center
Have you fallen into the ‘vanilla latte’ trap? Ordering mug after mug – not… More
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Posted In: Historic Building Preservation, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County HistoryFascinating Research Found During The Plaster Ceiling Project
Learning something new everyday is an old adage that really does have truth to… More
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Posted In: Historic Building Preservation, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County HistoryMaking a Mark on History; Graffiti in the Tower of the 1889 Courthouse
It’s a long way to the top. To take in the view from the… More
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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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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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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 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