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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: Learn Your Landmarks, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County History, Wisconsin History
1889 Courthouse – Learn Your Landmarks
Did you know: the 1889 Courthouse is the second tallest building in Washington County?!… More
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1886 Jailhouse – Learn Your Landmarks
Built to be escape-proof – but was it? The most unique item in The… More
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Posted In: 5-Year ReConnect, Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County History, Wisconsin History
Heralding in the Heritage Center’s New Era, the 5-Year ReConnect
It’s not every evening you get to step into the future. On Wednesday, December… 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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ReDiscover 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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Posted In: Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County History, Wisconsin History
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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Posted In: Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County History, Wisconsin History
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: Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County History, Wisconsin History
Fascinating 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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Making 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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Saving Century-Old Plaster Ceilings of the 1889 Courthouse
We recently had an incident where a portion of the original plaster ceiling of… More
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A Little Deja-Brew; A Brief History of the West Bend Brewing Company
The community is buzzing over recent developments on the former site of the West Bend… More
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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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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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Posted In: Washington County Historical Society Archives, Washington County History, Washington County Landmarks, Wisconsin History
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