The Tower Chronicle

Our blog features stories of Washington County, Wisconsin along with pro tips for amateur historians and archivists.

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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 as we… More
Crowds at the 1927 dedication ceremony at The Tower Heritage Center

Building the Washington County Veterans’ Plaza

If you look out the northeastern-facing windows in the courtroom of the 1889 Courthouse Museum, you’ll… More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 5: Summer Fun at The Tower Heritage Center

Hear details of our exciting summer calendar! You Make Our Work Possible! Community support allows us… More
The Hartford Fire Department in front of the Schwartz Ballroom

From Hooks and Ladders to Engines and Bells

Composed of 60 paid-on-call volunteers, the Hartford Fire and Rescue Department responds and provides aid to… 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 right here… More
Kewaskum's Main Street

A Walk Down Main Street of Historic Kewaskum

Welcome to Kewaskum, the small town in Washington County known as the gateway to the Northern… More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 3: History on the Rocks (Pt. 1)

Did you know we have a meteorite in our collection? You can see it at the… More
1912 Kissel Factory in Washington County, Wisconsin

Remembering The Kissel Car Company

Washington County was home to the highly innovative and reputable Kissel Car Company, originally spelled ‘Kissel… More
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The Heritage Connection – Episode 2: Preservation Funding for Historic Structures

Our special guest Steve Stuckey joins the show to discuss The Tower Heritage Center’s Rural Homestead… More
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