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SUMMARY:An Evening at Wade's Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Event Details  \n \nThursday\, Oct 22\, 2026 | 5:30 PM–8 PM  \nImmerse Yourself in 1800s Taproom History  \nCome on down to the Wade House taproom and experience a fun and exciting evening in what was once the social hub of 19th-century life for Greenbush locals and weary travelers alike. Sample specialty beers and apple cider and nosh on snacks as you explore this stately Greek Revival hotel. Musical entertainment will be provided by The Belle Weather\, a Sheboygan-based modern folk and indie rock group featuring acoustic guitar\, upright bass\, cello and violin. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend. Admission includes one drink ticket and light snacks.  \nAn Evening at Wade’s Tavern is made possible with support from The Friends of Wade House. \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n \n\nThe chance to explore 1800s taproom history in a historic setting\nSelf-guided tours of the second and third floor of Wade House\nSpecialty beer\, apple cider tastings and snacks\nMusic performed on acoustic guitar\, upright bass\, cello and violin by local Sheboygan act The Belle Weather\n\nCost    \nAdult (21-64): $22 \nSenior (65+): $22 \nGuests must be 21+Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.   \n \n \nAbout the Location \n \nWade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    \nWade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  \nThis program starts at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn located at:   \nW7767 Plank Rd.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \n \nKnow Before You Go & Accessibility \n \n\nGuests must be 21 years of age or older to attend.\nThe museum store is open daily during business hours.\nWater is the only outside food/beverage allowed. Food/beverage are available for purchase.\nRestrooms and water fountains are available on site.\nThe site will remain open rain or shine.\nGuests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.\nNo pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.\nBecause of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.\nGuests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. \n\n  \nHave Questions?   \n \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/an-evening-at-wades-tavern-10222026-1730/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Beverage Events,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Chippewa Valley Book Festival - Pao Lor discusses Bamboo Son: A Hmong Refugee's Search for Identity and the American Dream
DESCRIPTION:Chippewa Valley Book Festival welcomes Pao Lor\, author of the acclaimed memoirs Modern Jungles and Bamboo Son\n\n\n\nDrawing on his lived experience\, Dr. Pao Lor offers insight into how the Hmong people moved from an intricate\, sophisticated\, and vulnerable culture in the isolated highlands of Laos in the 1960s and 1970s to becoming part of the American and global landscape. While his memoirs—Modern Jungles and Bamboo Son—may appear at first to be deeply personal narratives\, they ultimately trace his passage through centuries of human civilization and collective memory. His story becomes not only a Hmong story\, but a shared human one. Audiences are invited to engage in dialogue with Dr. Lor around broader societal challenges\, including immigration\, forced migration\, diversity\, globalization\, refugees\, and displaced peoples. \n\n\n\nPao Lor is a professor of education in the School of Education at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse. He previously served as associate dean for the School of Education at UW–La Crosse and as the budgetary chair for the Professional Program in Education at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay\, where he also held the endowed Patricia Wood Baer Professorship in Education. Prior to his work in higher education\, Dr. Lor also served as a middle and high school associate principal\, activities director\, and classroom teacher. He lives with his family and their three cats in Kimberly\, Wisconsin. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicket/Registration Info\n\n\n\nRegistration is required for this free event\, which is offered with in-person and virtual attendance options. Click the register link below to RSVP.For more information on the Chippewa Valley Book Festival\, including a complete schedule of Fest events\, visit www.cvbookfest.org \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nLearn more about this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/chippewa-valley-book-festival-pao-lor-discusses-bamboo-son-a-hmong-refugees-search-for-identity-and-the-american-dream/
LOCATION:L. E. Phillips Memorial Public Library\, 400 Eau Claire St\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Appearance,WHS Press event
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SUMMARY:Susan Apps-Bodilly discusses One Room Schools: Stories from the Days of 1 Room\, 1 Teacher\, 8 Grades
DESCRIPTION:Richfield Historical Society welcomes author Susan Apps-Bodilly\, sharing stories of Wisconsin’s early country schools\n\n\n\nHave you ever wondered what it was like to attend a one-room school\, to be in the same classroom as your older brother or younger sister\, or to have your teacher live with your family for part of the school year? In One Room Schools\, author Susan Apps-Bodilly chronicles life in Wisconsin’s early country schools\, detailing the experiences of the students\, the role of the teacher\, and examples of the curriculum. \n\n\n\nSusan Apps-Bodilly is a retired elementary and middle-school educator. She is the author of One Room Schools\, Seeds in Soil\, and The ABCs of Wisconsin Cheese\, and co-author\, with Jerry Apps\, of Old Farm Country Cookbook\, Old Farm Country Christmas\, and Timber!\, all published by the Wisconsin Historical Society Press.  \n\n\n\n\n\nSusie Apps Bodilly photographed in on her family property in Waushara County\,  Wisconsin\, Dec. 4\, 2021. Photo by Steve Apps.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicket/Registration Info\n\n\n\nFREEOpen to the public \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/susan-apps-bodilly-discusses-one-room-schools-stories-from-the-days-of-1-room-1-teacher-8-grades-2/
LOCATION:Richfield Fire Hall\, 2008 State Road 175\, Richfield\, Wisconsin\, 53076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Appearance,WHS Press event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T170000
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SUMMARY:Halloween Legends & Lore
DESCRIPTION:Event Details \n \nFri–Sat\, Oct 9–Oct 10\, 2026 | 5 PM–9:30 PM \nFri–Sat\, Oct 16–Oct 17\, 2026 | 5 PM–9:30 PM \n \nFri–Sat\, Oct 23–Oct 24\, 2026 | 5 PM–9:30 PM \n \nWelcome to a Spectacular\, Supernatural Night of Family Fun \n \n \nIn October\, the veil between our world and the next grows thin at Old World Wisconsin… watch as supernatural tales brought from cultures the world over come to life before your very eyes for an eerie evening of Halloween-themed spook-tacular activities! Explore the historic Crossroads Village after nightfall for a spirited\, one-of-a-kind adventure full of ghost stories\, games\, performances and more. \nWhose muffled footsteps will you hear skulking in the unsettling autumn air? Attend Halloween Legends & Lore and find out… if you dare. \nNote: registration for this special\, spooky series fills up fast—so be sure to grab tickets before they sell out! \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n\nDiscover tall tales and hear old legends from the many generations of immigrants that came to Wisconsin in the 1800s\nHave your fill of drinks\, sweet treats and hot food\nCome early for a range of pre-event opportunities including food\, drinks\, music\, and shopping in select areas beginning at 4 PM! \nMake sure to stop by the Welcome Center Gift Shop to grab a ghoulish gift for friends\, family and other loved ones \n\n\n \nCost \nAdult (18-64): $26Teen (13-17): $26Senior (65+): $22Children (5-12): $18Child Under 5: Free \nAdvanced registration is required. \nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.   \n \nAbout the Location \n \nOld World Wisconsin includes 60 authentically restored historic homes\, farms\, stores and workshops.  Each region features a distinct set of stories that invite you to experience the hopes and dreams of those who came before us. From the 1840s to the 1940s\, you’ll find a true panorama of early Wisconsin history\, covering more than 70 years and many cultures\, including African American\, Danish\, Finnish\, Hessian\, Irish\, Norwegian\, Polish\, Pomeranian and Yankee. \nOld World Wisconsin first opened in 1976. Researchers traveled throughout Wisconsin in search of historic buildings crafted by the first generation of Wisconsin immigrants and migrants. From Lake Superior to the Illinois border\, and from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan\, historians documented countless historic farmhouses\, outbuildings and small-town structures. Once research was complete\, the meticulous construction of Old World Wisconsin began. Piece by piece\, workers carefully dismantled historic structures from around the state and reconstructed them in their new home. \n \nOld World Wisconsin  \nW372 S9727 Hwy 67 \nEagle\, WI 53119 \n \nKnow Before You Go & Accessibility \n\nHalloween Legends & Lore is a popular series that sells out quickly—be sure to get tickets early to secure your spot.\nWhile Halloween Legends & Lore officially begins at 5 PM\, select pre-event opportunities including food\, drinks\, shopping and activities will be available as early as 4 PM in the Welcome Center Green Area.  \nBe prepared for low visibility during Halloween Legends & Lore\, as the event takes place at night.\nCostumes are encouraged! Please refrain from costumes with masks that fully cover your face.\nOld World Wisconsin grounds remain open rain or shine. Programs are subject to change based on availability and weather conditions.\nOld World Wisconsin is located within the Kettle Moraine State Forest. The site features gravel roads\, rough and hilly terrain. Our staff recommends dressing in layers and choosing sturdy footwear.\nOnsite vehicle parking is available for FREE at Old World Wisconsin. The parking lot can accommodate large vehicles\, RVs\, and buses.\nAdmission is valid for a single date\, and guests may exit and re-enter during their visit.\nModern restrooms\, changing rooms\, and water fountains are available on site.\nNo pets are allowed.\nBecause of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 262-594-6301 or oww@wisconsinhistory.org.             \n\nHave Questions? \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/halloween-legends-lore-10232026-1700/
LOCATION:Old World Wisconsin\, W372 S9727 Hwy 67\, Eagle\, WI\, 53119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Highlighted Events,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Halloween Legends & Lore
DESCRIPTION:Event Details  Fri–Sat\, Oct 9–Oct 10\, 2026 | 5 PM–9:30 PM Fri–Sat\, Oct 16–Oct 17\, 2026 | 5 PM–9:30 PM  Fri–Sat\, Oct 23–Oct 24\, 2026 | 5 PM–9:30 PM  Welcome to a Spectacular\, Supernatural Night of Family Fun   In October\, the veil between our world and the next grows thin at Old World Wisconsin… watch as supernatural tales brought from cultures the world over come to life before your very eyes for an eerie evening of Halloween-themed spook-tacular activities! Explore the historic Crossroads Village after nightfall for a spirited\, one-of-a-kind adventure full of ghost stories\, games\, performances and more. Whose muffled footsteps will you hear skulking in the unsettling autumn air? Attend Halloween Legends & Lore and find out… if you dare. Note: registration for this special\, spooky series fills up fast—so be sure to grab tickets before they sell out!  What You’ll Experience Discover tall tales and hear old legends from the many generations of immigrants that came to Wisconsin in the 1800sHave your fill of drinks\, sweet treats and hot foodCome early for a range of pre-event opportunities including food\, drinks\, music\, and shopping in select areas beginning at 4 PM! Make sure to stop by the Welcome Center Gift Shop to grab a ghoulish gift for friends\, family and other loved ones     Cost Adult (18-64): $26Teen (13-17): $26Senior (65+): $22Children (5-12): $18Child Under 5: Free Advanced registration is required. Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.    About the Location  Old World Wisconsin includes 60 authentically restored historic homes\, farms\, stores and workshops.  Each region features a distinct set of stories that invite you to experience the hopes and dreams of those who came before us. From the 1840s to the 1940s\, you’ll find a true panorama of early Wisconsin history\, covering more than 70 years and many cultures\, including African American\, Danish\, Finnish\, Hessian\, Irish\, Norwegian\, Polish\, Pomeranian and Yankee. Old World Wisconsin first opened in 1976. Researchers traveled throughout Wisconsin in search of historic buildings crafted by the first generation of Wisconsin immigrants and migrants. From Lake Superior to the Illinois border\, and from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan\, historians documented countless historic farmhouses\, outbuildings and small-town structures. Once research was complete\, the meticulous construction of Old World Wisconsin began. Piece by piece\, workers carefully dismantled historic structures from around the state and reconstructed them in their new home.  Old World Wisconsin  W372 S9727 Hwy 67 Eagle\, WI 53119  Know Before You Go & Accessibility Halloween Legends & Lore is a popular series that sells out quickly—be sure to get tickets early to secure your spot.While Halloween Legends & Lore officially begins at 5 PM\, select pre-event opportunities including food\, drinks\, shopping and activities will be available as early as 4 PM in the Welcome Center Green Area.  Be prepared for low visibility during Halloween Legends & Lore\, as the event takes place at night.Costumes are encouraged! Please refrain from costumes with masks that fully cover your face.Old World Wisconsin grounds remain open rain or shine. Programs are subject to change based on availability and weather conditions.Old World Wisconsin is located within the Kettle Moraine State Forest. The site features gravel roads\, rough and hilly terrain. Our staff recommends dressing in layers and choosing sturdy footwear.Onsite vehicle parking is available for FREE at Old World Wisconsin. The parking lot can accommodate large vehicles\, RVs\, and buses.Admission is valid for a single date\, and guests may exit and re-enter during their visit.Modern restrooms\, changing rooms\, and water fountains are available on site.No pets are allowed.Because of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 262-594-6301 or oww@wisconsinhistory.org.             Have Questions? For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/halloween-legends-lore-10232026-1700-2/
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SUMMARY:Spiritualism in the Victorian Era
DESCRIPTION:Event Details \n \nSelect Fridays | 7 PM–8:30 PM Oct 2\, Oct 9\, Oct 23\, 2026 \n \nA Night of Thrills\, Chills and Brewing Tycoon History   \nInterest in spiritualism surged in America during the mid to late 1800s\, as people sought ways to connect with deceased friends and loved ones in the “Great Beyond.” What better place to explore this paranormal proclivity than in the elegant dining room of a Queen Anne style mansion built in 1888 by Chicago beer tycoon Conrad Seipp? \n \nSip on a delectable cordial and hear tales of the Fox sisters\, credited with the creation of the spiritualist movement in America\, and learn about Wisconsin’s connection to the movement\, including Whitewater’s Morris Pratt Institute\, the country’s first spiritualist school. More than an occult parlor game\, spiritualism was a social and religious movement that claimed to channel the voices of the dead\, link the present with the past\, and conjure new worldly and otherworldly futures. This event provides attendees the chance to enjoy the estate after dark.  \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n\nStories of the Fox sisters\, who helped create the spiritualist movement in America\nThe history behind Wisconsin’s connection to Victorian spiritualism\nA tasty cordial to sip while enjoying the splendor of Black Point Estate after dark\n\nCost \n$75/person \nAdvance registration required. Guests must be 13+.Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. \n \nAbout the Location \nBuilt in 1888 as a retreat for Chicago Beer Baron Conrad Seipp\, Black Point Estate has persisted through the centuries as a historic place to relax\, refresh\, and explore the banks of Geneva Lake and beyond. Much like the Victorian VIPs who originally established the estate\, visitors can enjoy the cool lake breezes on the grand veranda\, sip Seipp beer\, and listen to the soothing melodies of the authentic 1911 Chickering piano that rests just inside. As one of the oldest homes on Geneva Lake and a premier example of period architecture and furniture in the Midwest\, Black Point Estate offers a glimpse into the rich and historic past of the Gilded Age.  \nPark at Reek School to get checked in and transported to Black Point: W4094 South Lake Shore Drive Lake Geneva\, WI 53147  \nKnow Before You Go \n\nParking for this event will be off-site at Reek School\, W4094 South Lake Shore Drive\, Lake Geneva\, WI 53147.\nOne of our team members will be in the school parking lot and will check everyone in.\nYou will be notified a week before the event with any additional parking information.\nThis event does not include a lake cruise.\nRestrooms are available at the estate.\nBottled water and other non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase. No outside food or beverage is allowed.\nThis event will be held rain or shine.\nGuests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly for direct access to the estate at blackpointestate@wisconsinhistory.org or 262-248-1888. \n\nHave Questions? \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/spiritualism-in-the-victorian-era-10232026-1900/
LOCATION:Black Point Estate and Gardens\, W4270 Southland Rd\, Lake Geneva\, WI\, 53147\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Blacksmithing Workshops at Wade House
DESCRIPTION:Event Details \n\n\n\nFull-Day Workshops: Select Saturdays | 9 AM–4 PM May 2 (SOLD OUT)\, May 9 (SOLD OUT)\, May 16 (SOLD OUT)\, Nov 7 (SOLD OUT)\, 2026 \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nHalf-Day Workshops: Select Saturdays | 9 AM–12 PM* June 13**\, Sep 26 (SOLD OUT)\, Oct 3\, Oct 24**\, 2026 \n\n\n\n *The Oct 24 hatchet making workshop will last from 9 AM–2 PM. **Participants will create a hatchet on these dates. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHammer Your Own Knife or Hatchet   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nStrike while the iron is hot\, hear the “clang” of the hammer and feel the heat from the forge as you learn the art of blacksmithing in our 1860s-era Dockstader Blacksmith Shop at Wade House. During your forging tutorial\, you’ll shape unique knives from various materials and customize the handles with your own design to make a distinctive\, one-of-a-kind knife. Full-day workshop participants will forge two knives\, while half-day participants will forge one knife. Hatchet workshop participants will forge a belt-sized hatchet. Forging items with your own hands is a unique experience you won’t soon forget—register now to create a custom souvenir and reserve your spot. Hatchet workshop participants must have previous metal working or blacksmith experience. Guests participating in half-day hatchet making workshops should pack a sack lunch to eat. \n\n\n\nForging items with your own hands is a uniqueexperience you won’t soon forget—register now to create a custom gift and reserve your spot. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Experience    \n\n\n\n\nThe opportunity to create two knives (May 2\, May 9\, May 16 &amp; Nov 7)\, a knife (Sep 26\, Oct 3) or a hatchet (June 13\, Oct 24) under the instruction of a talented blacksmith\n\n\n\nCustom craft making that you can keep for yourself—or give to friends and family as a unique gift\n\n\n\n\nCost \n\n\n\nFull-day Workshop: $225/person Half-day Workshop: $125/person  \n\n\n\nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. \n\n\n\nAdvanced registration is required  \n\n\n\nAbout the Location \n\n\n\nWade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again. \n\n\n\nWade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum  \n\n\n\n(PO Box 34) \n\n\n\nW7824 Center Rd Greenbush\, WI 53023  \n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go \n\n\n\n\nAll participants must be aged 13 or older. \n\n\n\nWorkshops will require participants to hammer hot metal over a fire during the length of the program. \n\n\n\nHatchet workshop participants must have previous metal working or blacksmith experience. \n\n\n\nParking is available on the off-street parking area at the intersection of County T and Center Street (W7824 Center Rd.\, Greenbush). \n\n\n\nPlease arrive by 8:45 AM to make your way to the blacksmith shop by the 9 AM start time. Enter through the Wade House front gate. A staff member will escort you to the blacksmith shop.  \n\n\n\nParticipants must wear sturdy shoes or boots\, have long hair pulled back and wear no loose clothing. Wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty\, and dress for the weather and heat of the forge. Gloves and safety glasses are provided. \n\n\n\nLunch is included in the full day workshop fee. Please bring a water bottle. \n\n\n\nBathrooms are available in a separate building within walking distance of the blacksmith shop. \n\n\n\nThe Wade House museum store is open daily during business hours.  \n\n\n\nGuests may exit and return throughout the day.\n\n\n\nThe site will remain open rain or shine. \n\n\n\nNo pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.\n\n\n\nBecause of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible. The blacksmith shop is wheelchair accessible\, however\, the terrain is rough and the workshop itself requires the ability to stand for long periods\, have strength in arms and be able to withstand heat.\n\n\n\nGuests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. \n\n\n\n\nHave Questions? \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/blacksmithing-workshops-at-wade-house-10242026-0900/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T101500
DTSTAMP:20260622T201956Z
CREATED:20260619T201418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T201956Z
UID:10004469-1792834200-1792836900@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Schooner Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Event Details Select Saturdays | 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM  May 30\, June 13\, July 25\, Aug 15\, Sep 19\, Oct 24\, 2026   Your ticket purchase time is your prairie schooner ride start time.   Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to this time.  A Faithful Recreation of 1800s Midwest Travel   Sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience to journey across the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside aboard a horse-powered covered wagon. Ours is a faithful reproduction of the Prairie Schooners that traveled west across the continent in the 1800s; it was manufactured by Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop and finished in the traditional colors of prairie schooners. Register along with family and friends for one of nine scheduled 30-minute rides on aforementioned Saturdays and get a feel for how Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family traveled throughout the Midwest during the mid to late 1800s.      The ride is just one part of your experience—be sure to explore the rest of historic Wade House during your visit. The Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum houses the largest collection of historic carriages and wagons in Wisconsin and makes a great stop before or after your ride; then\, explore the well-preserved Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, discover the work of our talented tradesmen at the sawmill and browse the blacksmith shop.    What You’ll Experience    A ride through idyllic countryside in a faithful recreation of an 1800s horse-powered Prairie Schooner alongside family and friendsWith an additional purchase\, the opportunity to explore the historic Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum and other key stops at Wade House Cost Adults (18-64): $15  Teens (13-17): $15 Seniors (65+): $13 Children (5-12): $10 Children under 5: $3  Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. About the Location Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.  Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23   Greenbush\, WI 53026   Know Before You Go & Accessibility   Rides are scheduled at 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM. Please check in at the Wade House Visitor Center and Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum located at W7965 Highway 23 in Greenbush\, WI. Parking is available at the Visitor Center. All guests must be present at check-in for a required safety presentation prior to ride. For the safety of our guests and employees\, management reserves the right to cancel and fully refund stagecoach rides due to severe weather or the forecast of severe weather. General admission is an additional cost. Tickets can be booked here or purchased onsite the day of your ride.Water and soft drinks are available for purchase and restrooms are available. The Visitor Center is ADA Compliant with an elevator available for guests to use. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. Have Questions? For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/prairie-schooner-saturdays-10242026-1015/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T114500
DTSTAMP:20260901T155421Z
CREATED:20260619T165012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T155421Z
UID:10004382-1792836000-1792842300@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Madison Misdeeds: A True Crime Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Event Details \nSelect Thursdays | 5 PM–6:45 PM  \nOct 15\, Oct 29\, 2026 \nSelect Saturdays | 10 AM–11:45 AM\, 1 PM–2:45 PM  \nOct 24\, Oct 31\, 2026   \n \nExplore the Underbelly of Madison’s Most Malevolent \nStep into Madison’s shadowy past and uncover some the city’s unsavory secrets on this true crime walking tour! From the 1840s through the 1970s\, Wisconsin’s capital was home to a surprising and unique underworld of bootleggers\, bank robbers and even killers who left their malevolent mark on Madison. Hear historic tales of backroom deals\, gambling dens\, daring heists\, holdups and cold-blooded murders as you walk the downtown streets where these misdeeds unfolded.   \n \nThis walking tour explores mature themes and is recommended for ages 13 and up.  \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n\nA deep-dive into Madison’s lesser-known crime history\, including daring heists\, holdups\, murders\, gambling operations and more \nInsights into the seedy history of our state capital from the 1840s through the 1970s \n\nCost \n \nAdult (18-64): $20Teen (13-17): $20 Senior (65+): $20Children (5-12): $20Children Under 5: Free  \n \nAdvance registration required. \n \nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. \n \n \nAbout the Location \nAn active\, community-focused space that hosts school groups\, pop-up exhibits\, author talks\, public programs and more; located in the US Bank Building on Madison’s Capitol Square.  \nHistory Maker Space   \n \n1 S. Pinckney Street  \nMadison\, WI 53703 \n \n \nKnow Before You Go \nGeneral Information: \n\nThis tour explores mature themes and is recommended for ages 13 and up.\nThe starting and ending location of the tour will be in front of the U.S. Bank Plaza building (1 S. Pinckney Street) and facing the Wisconsin State Capitol building.\nPlease arrive at the starting location at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. Upon arrival\, please check in with a staff member to confirm your tour reservation.\nThe guided tour is approximately 1.3 miles in length and covers some paved but hilly terrain.\nComfortable shoes for walking are strongly recommended.\nTour participants are encouraged to bring water\, sunglasses\, and a hat with them.\nWalking tours will happen rain or shine. In the case of inclement weather\, consider bringing an umbrella.\nTour participants with questions about the tour content or with mobility concerns are encouraged to contact Jenny Pederson at jennifer.pederson@wisconsinhistory.org or (608) 669-5160.  \n\nParking: \n\nFor Thursday tour dates\, it is strongly recommended not to park in the underground onsite garage at the U.S. Bank Plaza Building. The U.S. Bank Plaza parking garage closes after 6 PM on weekdays and will not reopen until Friday morning when regular business hours at the U.S. Bank Plaza building resume.\nFor Saturday tour dates\, the underground onsite garage at the U.S. Bank Plaza building is not open.\nAs an alternative to parking onsite at the U.S. Bank building\, public parking options are available in downtown Madison. There is a public parking garage\, Capitol Square North Garage (218 E. Mifflin St.\, Madison\, WI 53703)\, located about two blocks and a 6-minute walk from the tour’s starting location. In addition\, there is street parking information on the City of Madison website.  \n\n \nHave Questions? \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/madison-misdeeds-a-true-crime-walking-tour-10242026-1000/
LOCATION:History Maker Space\, 1 S Pinckney St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T154323Z
CREATED:20260619T201408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T154323Z
UID:10004456-1792836000-1792843200@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details  \n \nSaturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  \nA Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History \nDiscover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for. \n \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n \n\nA two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush Cemetery\nHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger community\nIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meanings\nA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie\n\n \nCost    \nAdult (18-64): $15 \nTeen (13-17): $15 \nSenior (65+): $13 \nChild (5-12): $8 \n \nChild under 5: Free \nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.   \n \n \nAbout the Location \n \nWade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    \nWade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  \nThis program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   \n7578 Cemetery Ln.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \nAfter the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  \nW7767 Plank Rd.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \n \n \nKnow Before You Go & Accessibility \n \n\nTours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.\nTours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.\nThe museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.\nWater is the only outside beverage allowed.\nThe site will remain open rain or shine.\nGuests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.\nNo pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.\nBecause of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.\nGuests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. \n\n  \nHave Questions?   \n \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1000/
LOCATION:Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln\, Greenbush\, Wisconsin\, 53026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T154426Z
CREATED:20260619T201409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T154426Z
UID:10004457-1792836000-1792843200@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details  \n \nSaturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  \nA Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History \nDiscover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for. \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n \n\nA two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush Cemetery\nHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger community\nIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meanings\nA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie\n\nCost    \nAdult (18-64): $15 \nTeen (13-17): $15 \nSenior (65+): $13 \nChild (5-12): $8 \n \nChild under 5: Free \nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.   \n \n \nAbout the Location \n \nWade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    \nWade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  \nThis program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   \n7578 Cemetery Ln.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \nAfter the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  \nW7767 Plank Rd.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \n \nKnow Before You Go & Accessibility \n \n\nTours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.\nTours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.\nThe museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.\nWater is the only outside beverage allowed.\nThe site will remain open rain or shine.\nGuests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.\nNo pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.\nBecause of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.\nGuests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. \n\n  \nHave Questions?   \n \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1130/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T110000
DTSTAMP:20260622T201947Z
CREATED:20260619T201419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T201947Z
UID:10004154-1792836900-1792839600@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Schooner Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Event Details Select Saturdays | 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM  May 30\, June 13\, July 25\, Aug 15\, Sep 19\, Oct 24\, 2026   Your ticket purchase time is your prairie schooner ride start time.   Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to this time.  A Faithful Recreation of 1800s Midwest Travel   Sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience to journey across the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside aboard a horse-powered covered wagon. Ours is a faithful reproduction of the Prairie Schooners that traveled west across the continent in the 1800s; it was manufactured by Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop and finished in the traditional colors of prairie schooners. Register along with family and friends for one of nine scheduled 30-minute rides on aforementioned Saturdays and get a feel for how Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family traveled throughout the Midwest during the mid to late 1800s.      The ride is just one part of your experience—be sure to explore the rest of historic Wade House during your visit. The Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum houses the largest collection of historic carriages and wagons in Wisconsin and makes a great stop before or after your ride; then\, explore the well-preserved Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, discover the work of our talented tradesmen at the sawmill and browse the blacksmith shop.    What You’ll Experience    A ride through idyllic countryside in a faithful recreation of an 1800s horse-powered Prairie Schooner alongside family and friendsWith an additional purchase\, the opportunity to explore the historic Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum and other key stops at Wade House Cost Adults (18-64): $15  Teens (13-17): $15 Seniors (65+): $13 Children (5-12): $10 Children under 5: $3  Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. About the Location Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.  Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23   Greenbush\, WI 53026   Know Before You Go & Accessibility   Rides are scheduled at 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM. Please check in at the Wade House Visitor Center and Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum located at W7965 Highway 23 in Greenbush\, WI. Parking is available at the Visitor Center. All guests must be present at check-in for a required safety presentation prior to ride. For the safety of our guests and employees\, management reserves the right to cancel and fully refund stagecoach rides due to severe weather or the forecast of severe weather. General admission is an additional cost. Tickets can be booked here or purchased onsite the day of your ride.Water and soft drinks are available for purchase and restrooms are available. The Visitor Center is ADA Compliant with an elevator available for guests to use. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. Have Questions? For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/prairie-schooner-saturdays-10242026-1145/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260903T222232Z
CREATED:20260903T222232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T222232Z
UID:10004646-1792837800-1792845000@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details   Saturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  A Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History Discover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for.   What You’ll Experience  A two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush CemeteryHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger communityIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meaningsA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie Cost    Adult (18-64): $15 Teen (13-17): $15 Senior (65+): $13 Child (5-12): $8  Child under 5: Free Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.    About the Location  Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  This program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   7578 Cemetery Ln.  Greenbush\, WI 53026  After the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  W7767 Plank Rd.  Greenbush\, WI 53026     Know Before You Go & Accessibility  Tours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.Tours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.The museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.Water is the only outside beverage allowed.The site will remain open rain or shine.Guests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.No pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.Because of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org.   Have Questions?    For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1030/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T114500
DTSTAMP:20260903T222241Z
CREATED:20260903T222241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T222241Z
UID:10004656-1792839600-1792842300@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Schooner Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Event Details Select Saturdays | 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM  May 30\, June 13\, July 25\, Aug 15\, Sep 19\, Oct 24\, 2026   Your ticket purchase time is your prairie schooner ride start time.   Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to this time.  A Faithful Recreation of 1800s Midwest Travel   Sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience to journey across the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside aboard a horse-powered covered wagon. Ours is a faithful reproduction of the Prairie Schooners that traveled west across the continent in the 1800s; it was manufactured by Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop and finished in the traditional colors of prairie schooners. Register along with family and friends for one of nine scheduled 30-minute rides on aforementioned Saturdays and get a feel for how Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family traveled throughout the Midwest during the mid to late 1800s.      The ride is just one part of your experience—be sure to explore the rest of historic Wade House during your visit. The Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum houses the largest collection of historic carriages and wagons in Wisconsin and makes a great stop before or after your ride; then\, explore the well-preserved Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, discover the work of our talented tradesmen at the sawmill and browse the blacksmith shop.    What You’ll Experience    A ride through idyllic countryside in a faithful recreation of an 1800s horse-powered Prairie Schooner alongside family and friendsWith an additional purchase\, the opportunity to explore the historic Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum and other key stops at Wade House Cost Adults (18-64): $15  Teens (13-17): $15 Seniors (65+): $13 Children (5-12): $10 Children under 5: $3  Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. About the Location Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.  Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23   Greenbush\, WI 53026   Know Before You Go & Accessibility   Rides are scheduled at 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM. Please check in at the Wade House Visitor Center and Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum located at W7965 Highway 23 in Greenbush\, WI. Parking is available at the Visitor Center. All guests must be present at check-in for a required safety presentation prior to ride. For the safety of our guests and employees\, management reserves the right to cancel and fully refund stagecoach rides due to severe weather or the forecast of severe weather. General admission is an additional cost. Tickets can be booked here or purchased onsite the day of your ride.Water and soft drinks are available for purchase and restrooms are available. The Visitor Center is ADA Compliant with an elevator available for guests to use. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. Have Questions? For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/prairie-schooner-saturdays-10242026-1100/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260901T144135Z
CREATED:20260827T195158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T144135Z
UID:10004596-1792839600-1792843200@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Chippewa Valley Book Festival - Jerome Poling discusses American Birkebeiner: The Nation's Greatest Ski Marathon
DESCRIPTION:Chippewa Valley Book Festival welcomes author Jerome Poling\, sharing the history of the famed American Birkebeiner\, North America’s premier cross-country skiing event\n\n\n\nThe American Birkebeiner between Hayward and Cable\, Wis.\, is North America’s largest cross-country ski marathon and one of the largest in the world\, with more than 10\,000 competitors annually. How did founder Tony Wise fuel its rise from humble beginnings\, with just 54 skiers in 1973? What keeps skiers\, from weekend warriors to Olympians\, coming back each February despite the extreme\, 30-plus-mile challenge through the snow and hills of northern Wisconsin? Attendees will be inspired by the fascinating history of the Birkebeiner and its visionary founder — one man’s dream that became the pride of two communities and the talk of the Nordic ski world — as well as the spirit of the race. \n\n\n\nJournalist and author Jerome “Jerry” P. Poling has skied more than twenty-five American Birkebeiners and has reported on the race for nearly forty years. He has published four other books\, including two on the Green Bay Packers\, one on Henry Aaron\, and one on the history of the University of Wisconsin at Stout. He lives in Eau Claire\, Wisconsin. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicket/Registration Info\n\n\n\nRegistration is required for this free event\, which is offered with in-person and virtual attendance options. Click the register link below to RSVP.For more information on the Chippewa Valley Book Festival\, including a complete schedule of Fest events\, visit www.cvbookfest.org \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nLearn more about this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/chippewa-valley-book-festival-jerome-poling-discusses-american-birkebeiner-the-nations-greatest-ski-marathon/
LOCATION:L. E. Phillips Memorial Public Library\, 400 Eau Claire St\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Appearance,WHS Press event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260901T154521Z
CREATED:20260619T164938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T154521Z
UID:10004295-1792839600-1792846800@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details  \n \nSaturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  \nA Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History \nDiscover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for. \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n \n\nA two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush Cemetery\nHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger community\nIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meanings\nA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie\n\nCost    \nAdult (18-64): $15 \nTeen (13-17): $15 \nSenior (65+): $13 \nChild (5-12): $8 \n \nChild under 5: Free \nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.   \n \n \nAbout the Location \n \nWade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    \nWade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  \nThis program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   \n7578 Cemetery Ln.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \nAfter the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  \nW7767 Plank Rd.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \n \nKnow Before You Go & Accessibility \n \n\nTours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.\nTours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.\nThe museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.\nWater is the only outside beverage allowed.\nThe site will remain open rain or shine.\nGuests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.\nNo pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.\nBecause of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.\nGuests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. \n\n  \nHave Questions?   \n \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1300/
LOCATION:Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln\, Greenbush\, Wisconsin\, 53026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T133000
DTSTAMP:20260901T154619Z
CREATED:20260619T190900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T154619Z
UID:10004294-1792841400-1792848600@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details  \n \nSaturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  \nA Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History \nDiscover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for. \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n \n\nA two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush Cemetery\nHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger community\nIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meanings\nA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie\n\nCost    \nAdult (18-64): $15 \nTeen (13-17): $15 \nSenior (65+): $13 \nChild (5-12): $8 \n \nChild under 5: Free \nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.   \n \n \nAbout the Location \n \nWade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    \nWade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  \nThis program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   \n7578 Cemetery Ln.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \nAfter the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  \nW7767 Plank Rd.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \n \nKnow Before You Go & Accessibility \n \n\nTours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.\nTours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.\nThe museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.\nWater is the only outside beverage allowed.\nThe site will remain open rain or shine.\nGuests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.\nNo pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.\nBecause of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.\nGuests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. \n\n  \nHave Questions?   \n \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1330/
LOCATION:Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln\, Greenbush\, Wisconsin\, 53026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260622T201947Z
CREATED:20260619T190935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T201947Z
UID:10004155-1792842300-1792845000@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Schooner Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Event Details Select Saturdays | 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM  May 30\, June 13\, July 25\, Aug 15\, Sep 19\, Oct 24\, 2026   Your ticket purchase time is your prairie schooner ride start time.   Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to this time.  A Faithful Recreation of 1800s Midwest Travel   Sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience to journey across the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside aboard a horse-powered covered wagon. Ours is a faithful reproduction of the Prairie Schooners that traveled west across the continent in the 1800s; it was manufactured by Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop and finished in the traditional colors of prairie schooners. Register along with family and friends for one of nine scheduled 30-minute rides on aforementioned Saturdays and get a feel for how Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family traveled throughout the Midwest during the mid to late 1800s.      The ride is just one part of your experience—be sure to explore the rest of historic Wade House during your visit. The Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum houses the largest collection of historic carriages and wagons in Wisconsin and makes a great stop before or after your ride; then\, explore the well-preserved Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, discover the work of our talented tradesmen at the sawmill and browse the blacksmith shop.    What You’ll Experience    A ride through idyllic countryside in a faithful recreation of an 1800s horse-powered Prairie Schooner alongside family and friendsWith an additional purchase\, the opportunity to explore the historic Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum and other key stops at Wade House Cost Adults (18-64): $15  Teens (13-17): $15 Seniors (65+): $13 Children (5-12): $10 Children under 5: $3  Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. About the Location Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.  Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23   Greenbush\, WI 53026   Know Before You Go & Accessibility   Rides are scheduled at 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM. Please check in at the Wade House Visitor Center and Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum located at W7965 Highway 23 in Greenbush\, WI. Parking is available at the Visitor Center. All guests must be present at check-in for a required safety presentation prior to ride. For the safety of our guests and employees\, management reserves the right to cancel and fully refund stagecoach rides due to severe weather or the forecast of severe weather. General admission is an additional cost. Tickets can be booked here or purchased onsite the day of your ride.Water and soft drinks are available for purchase and restrooms are available. The Visitor Center is ADA Compliant with an elevator available for guests to use. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. Have Questions? For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/prairie-schooner-saturdays-10242026-1230/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260903T222232Z
CREATED:20260903T222232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T222232Z
UID:10004647-1792843200-1792850400@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details   Saturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  A Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History Discover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for.   What You’ll Experience  A two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush CemeteryHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger communityIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meaningsA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie Cost    Adult (18-64): $15 Teen (13-17): $15 Senior (65+): $13 Child (5-12): $8  Child under 5: Free Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.    About the Location  Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  This program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   7578 Cemetery Ln.  Greenbush\, WI 53026  After the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  W7767 Plank Rd.  Greenbush\, WI 53026     Know Before You Go & Accessibility  Tours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.Tours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.The museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.Water is the only outside beverage allowed.The site will remain open rain or shine.Guests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.No pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.Because of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org.   Have Questions?    For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1200/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T131500
DTSTAMP:20260622T201947Z
CREATED:20260619T165059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T201947Z
UID:10004153-1792845000-1792847700@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Schooner Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Event Details Select Saturdays | 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM  May 30\, June 13\, July 25\, Aug 15\, Sep 19\, Oct 24\, 2026   Your ticket purchase time is your prairie schooner ride start time.   Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to this time.  A Faithful Recreation of 1800s Midwest Travel   Sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience to journey across the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside aboard a horse-powered covered wagon. Ours is a faithful reproduction of the Prairie Schooners that traveled west across the continent in the 1800s; it was manufactured by Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop and finished in the traditional colors of prairie schooners. Register along with family and friends for one of nine scheduled 30-minute rides on aforementioned Saturdays and get a feel for how Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family traveled throughout the Midwest during the mid to late 1800s.      The ride is just one part of your experience—be sure to explore the rest of historic Wade House during your visit. The Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum houses the largest collection of historic carriages and wagons in Wisconsin and makes a great stop before or after your ride; then\, explore the well-preserved Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, discover the work of our talented tradesmen at the sawmill and browse the blacksmith shop.    What You’ll Experience    A ride through idyllic countryside in a faithful recreation of an 1800s horse-powered Prairie Schooner alongside family and friendsWith an additional purchase\, the opportunity to explore the historic Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum and other key stops at Wade House Cost Adults (18-64): $15  Teens (13-17): $15 Seniors (65+): $13 Children (5-12): $10 Children under 5: $3  Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. About the Location Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.  Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23   Greenbush\, WI 53026   Know Before You Go & Accessibility   Rides are scheduled at 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM. Please check in at the Wade House Visitor Center and Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum located at W7965 Highway 23 in Greenbush\, WI. Parking is available at the Visitor Center. All guests must be present at check-in for a required safety presentation prior to ride. For the safety of our guests and employees\, management reserves the right to cancel and fully refund stagecoach rides due to severe weather or the forecast of severe weather. General admission is an additional cost. Tickets can be booked here or purchased onsite the day of your ride.Water and soft drinks are available for purchase and restrooms are available. The Visitor Center is ADA Compliant with an elevator available for guests to use. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. Have Questions? For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/prairie-schooner-saturdays-10242026-1330/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T143000
DTSTAMP:20260903T222232Z
CREATED:20260903T222232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T222232Z
UID:10004648-1792845000-1792852200@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details   Saturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  A Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History Discover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for.   What You’ll Experience  A two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush CemeteryHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger communityIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meaningsA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie Cost    Adult (18-64): $15 Teen (13-17): $15 Senior (65+): $13 Child (5-12): $8  Child under 5: Free Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.    About the Location  Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  This program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   7578 Cemetery Ln.  Greenbush\, WI 53026  After the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  W7767 Plank Rd.  Greenbush\, WI 53026     Know Before You Go & Accessibility  Tours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.Tours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.The museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.Water is the only outside beverage allowed.The site will remain open rain or shine.Guests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.No pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.Because of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org.   Have Questions?    For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1230/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T144500
DTSTAMP:20260901T155530Z
CREATED:20260619T165013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T155530Z
UID:10004383-1792846800-1792853100@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Madison Misdeeds: A True Crime Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Event Details \nSelect Thursdays | 5 PM–6:45 PM  \nOct 15\, Oct 29\, 2026 \nSelect Saturdays | 10 AM–11:45 AM\, 1 PM–2:45 PM  \nOct 24\, Oct 31\, 2026   \n \nExplore the Underbelly of Madison’s Most Malevolent \nStep into Madison’s shadowy past and uncover some the city’s unsavory secrets on this true crime walking tour! From the 1840s through the 1970s\, Wisconsin’s capital was home to a surprising and unique underworld of bootleggers\, bank robbers and even killers who left their malevolent mark on Madison. Hear historic tales of backroom deals\, gambling dens\, daring heists\, holdups and cold-blooded murders as you walk the downtown streets where these misdeeds unfolded.   \n \nThis walking tour explores mature themes and is recommended for ages 13 and up.  \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n\nA deep-dive into Madison’s lesser-known crime history\, including daring heists\, holdups\, murders\, gambling operations and more \nInsights into the seedy history of our state capital from the 1840s through the 1970s \n\nCost \n \nAdult (18-64): $20Teen (13-17): $20 Senior (65+): $20Children (5-12): $20Children Under 5: Free  \n \nAdvance registration required. \n \nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. \n \n \nAbout the Location \nAn active\, community-focused space that hosts school groups\, pop-up exhibits\, author talks\, public programs and more; located in the US Bank Building on Madison’s Capitol Square.  \nHistory Maker Space   \n \n1 S. Pinckney Street  \nMadison\, WI 53703 \n \n \nKnow Before You Go \nGeneral Information: \n\nThis tour explores mature themes and is recommended for ages 13 and up.\nThe starting and ending location of the tour will be in front of the U.S. Bank Plaza building (1 S. Pinckney Street) and facing the Wisconsin State Capitol building.\nPlease arrive at the starting location at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. Upon arrival\, please check in with a staff member to confirm your tour reservation.\nThe guided tour is approximately 1.3 miles in length and covers some paved but hilly terrain.\nComfortable shoes for walking are strongly recommended.\nTour participants are encouraged to bring water\, sunglasses\, and a hat with them.\nWalking tours will happen rain or shine. In the case of inclement weather\, consider bringing an umbrella.\nTour participants with questions about the tour content or with mobility concerns are encouraged to contact Jenny Pederson at jennifer.pederson@wisconsinhistory.org or (608) 669-5160.  \n\nParking: \n\nFor Thursday tour dates\, it is strongly recommended not to park in the underground onsite garage at the U.S. Bank Plaza Building. The U.S. Bank Plaza parking garage closes after 6 PM on weekdays and will not reopen until Friday morning when regular business hours at the U.S. Bank Plaza building resume.\nFor Saturday tour dates\, the underground onsite garage at the U.S. Bank Plaza building is not open.\nAs an alternative to parking onsite at the U.S. Bank building\, public parking options are available in downtown Madison. There is a public parking garage\, Capitol Square North Garage (218 E. Mifflin St.\, Madison\, WI 53703)\, located about two blocks and a 6-minute walk from the tour’s starting location. In addition\, there is street parking information on the City of Madison website.  \n\n \nHave Questions? \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/madison-misdeeds-a-true-crime-walking-tour-10242026-1300/
LOCATION:History Maker Space\, 1 S Pinckney St\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260901T154710Z
CREATED:20260618T215544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T154710Z
UID:10004296-1792846800-1792854000@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details  \n \nSaturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  \nA Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History \nDiscover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for. \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n \n\nA two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush Cemetery\nHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger community\nIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meanings\nA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie\n\nCost    \nAdult (18-64): $15 \nTeen (13-17): $15 \nSenior (65+): $13 \nChild (5-12): $8 \n \nChild under 5: Free \nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.   \n \n \nAbout the Location \n \nWade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    \nWade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  \nThis program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   \n7578 Cemetery Ln.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \nAfter the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  \nW7767 Plank Rd.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \n \nKnow Before You Go & Accessibility \n \n\nTours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.\nTours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.\nThe museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.\nWater is the only outside beverage allowed.\nThe site will remain open rain or shine.\nGuests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.\nNo pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.\nBecause of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.\nGuests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. \n\n  \nHave Questions?   \n \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1430/
LOCATION:Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln\, Greenbush\, Wisconsin\, 53026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T141500
DTSTAMP:20260903T222242Z
CREATED:20260903T222242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T222242Z
UID:10004657-1792848600-1792851300@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Schooner Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Event Details Select Saturdays | 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM  May 30\, June 13\, July 25\, Aug 15\, Sep 19\, Oct 24\, 2026   Your ticket purchase time is your prairie schooner ride start time.   Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to this time.  A Faithful Recreation of 1800s Midwest Travel   Sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience to journey across the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside aboard a horse-powered covered wagon. Ours is a faithful reproduction of the Prairie Schooners that traveled west across the continent in the 1800s; it was manufactured by Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop and finished in the traditional colors of prairie schooners. Register along with family and friends for one of nine scheduled 30-minute rides on aforementioned Saturdays and get a feel for how Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family traveled throughout the Midwest during the mid to late 1800s.      The ride is just one part of your experience—be sure to explore the rest of historic Wade House during your visit. The Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum houses the largest collection of historic carriages and wagons in Wisconsin and makes a great stop before or after your ride; then\, explore the well-preserved Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, discover the work of our talented tradesmen at the sawmill and browse the blacksmith shop.    What You’ll Experience    A ride through idyllic countryside in a faithful recreation of an 1800s horse-powered Prairie Schooner alongside family and friendsWith an additional purchase\, the opportunity to explore the historic Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum and other key stops at Wade House Cost Adults (18-64): $15  Teens (13-17): $15 Seniors (65+): $13 Children (5-12): $10 Children under 5: $3  Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. About the Location Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.  Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23   Greenbush\, WI 53026   Know Before You Go & Accessibility   Rides are scheduled at 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM. Please check in at the Wade House Visitor Center and Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum located at W7965 Highway 23 in Greenbush\, WI. Parking is available at the Visitor Center. All guests must be present at check-in for a required safety presentation prior to ride. For the safety of our guests and employees\, management reserves the right to cancel and fully refund stagecoach rides due to severe weather or the forecast of severe weather. General admission is an additional cost. Tickets can be booked here or purchased onsite the day of your ride.Water and soft drinks are available for purchase and restrooms are available. The Visitor Center is ADA Compliant with an elevator available for guests to use. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. Have Questions? For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/prairie-schooner-saturdays-10242026-1330-2/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T153000
DTSTAMP:20260903T222234Z
CREATED:20260903T222234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T222234Z
UID:10004649-1792848600-1792855800@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details   Saturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  A Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History Discover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for.   What You’ll Experience  A two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush CemeteryHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger communityIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meaningsA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie Cost    Adult (18-64): $15 Teen (13-17): $15 Senior (65+): $13 Child (5-12): $8  Child under 5: Free Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.    About the Location  Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  This program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   7578 Cemetery Ln.  Greenbush\, WI 53026  After the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  W7767 Plank Rd.  Greenbush\, WI 53026     Know Before You Go & Accessibility  Tours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.Tours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.The museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.Water is the only outside beverage allowed.The site will remain open rain or shine.Guests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.No pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.Because of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org.   Have Questions?    For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1330-2/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260903T222235Z
CREATED:20260903T222235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T222235Z
UID:10004650-1792850400-1792857600@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details   Saturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  A Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History Discover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for.   What You’ll Experience  A two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush CemeteryHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger communityIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meaningsA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie Cost    Adult (18-64): $15 Teen (13-17): $15 Senior (65+): $13 Child (5-12): $8  Child under 5: Free Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.    About the Location  Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  This program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   7578 Cemetery Ln.  Greenbush\, WI 53026  After the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  W7767 Plank Rd.  Greenbush\, WI 53026     Know Before You Go & Accessibility  Tours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.Tours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.The museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.Water is the only outside beverage allowed.The site will remain open rain or shine.Guests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.No pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.Because of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org.   Have Questions?    For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1400/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260622T201948Z
CREATED:20260619T190936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T201948Z
UID:10004157-1792851300-1792854000@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Schooner Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Event Details Select Saturdays | 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM  May 30\, June 13\, July 25\, Aug 15\, Sep 19\, Oct 24\, 2026   Your ticket purchase time is your prairie schooner ride start time.   Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to this time.  A Faithful Recreation of 1800s Midwest Travel   Sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience to journey across the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside aboard a horse-powered covered wagon. Ours is a faithful reproduction of the Prairie Schooners that traveled west across the continent in the 1800s; it was manufactured by Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop and finished in the traditional colors of prairie schooners. Register along with family and friends for one of nine scheduled 30-minute rides on aforementioned Saturdays and get a feel for how Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family traveled throughout the Midwest during the mid to late 1800s.      The ride is just one part of your experience—be sure to explore the rest of historic Wade House during your visit. The Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum houses the largest collection of historic carriages and wagons in Wisconsin and makes a great stop before or after your ride; then\, explore the well-preserved Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, discover the work of our talented tradesmen at the sawmill and browse the blacksmith shop.    What You’ll Experience    A ride through idyllic countryside in a faithful recreation of an 1800s horse-powered Prairie Schooner alongside family and friendsWith an additional purchase\, the opportunity to explore the historic Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum and other key stops at Wade House Cost Adults (18-64): $15  Teens (13-17): $15 Seniors (65+): $13 Children (5-12): $10 Children under 5: $3  Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. About the Location Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.  Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23   Greenbush\, WI 53026   Know Before You Go & Accessibility   Rides are scheduled at 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM. Please check in at the Wade House Visitor Center and Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum located at W7965 Highway 23 in Greenbush\, WI. Parking is available at the Visitor Center. All guests must be present at check-in for a required safety presentation prior to ride. For the safety of our guests and employees\, management reserves the right to cancel and fully refund stagecoach rides due to severe weather or the forecast of severe weather. General admission is an additional cost. Tickets can be booked here or purchased onsite the day of your ride.Water and soft drinks are available for purchase and restrooms are available. The Visitor Center is ADA Compliant with an elevator available for guests to use. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. Have Questions? For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/prairie-schooner-saturdays-10242026-1415/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T163000
DTSTAMP:20260901T154841Z
CREATED:20260619T195404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T154841Z
UID:10004298-1792852200-1792859400@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details  \n \nSaturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  \nA Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History \nDiscover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for. \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n \n\nA two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush Cemetery\nHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger community\nIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meanings\nA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie\n\nCost    \nAdult (18-64): $15 \nTeen (13-17): $15 \nSenior (65+): $13 \nChild (5-12): $8 \n \nChild under 5: Free \nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.   \n \n \nAbout the Location \n \nWade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    \nWade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  \nThis program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   \n7578 Cemetery Ln.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \nAfter the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  \nW7767 Plank Rd.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \n \nKnow Before You Go & Accessibility \n \n\nTours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.\nTours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.\nThe museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.\nWater is the only outside beverage allowed.\nThe site will remain open rain or shine.\nGuests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.\nNo pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.\nBecause of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.\nGuests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. \n\n  \nHave Questions?   \n \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1430-2/
LOCATION:Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln\, Greenbush\, Wisconsin\, 53026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T154500
DTSTAMP:20260622T201948Z
CREATED:20260619T165100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T201948Z
UID:10004158-1792854000-1792856700@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Schooner Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Event Details Select Saturdays | 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM  May 30\, June 13\, July 25\, Aug 15\, Sep 19\, Oct 24\, 2026   Your ticket purchase time is your prairie schooner ride start time.   Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to this time.  A Faithful Recreation of 1800s Midwest Travel   Sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience to journey across the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside aboard a horse-powered covered wagon. Ours is a faithful reproduction of the Prairie Schooners that traveled west across the continent in the 1800s; it was manufactured by Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop and finished in the traditional colors of prairie schooners. Register along with family and friends for one of nine scheduled 30-minute rides on aforementioned Saturdays and get a feel for how Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family traveled throughout the Midwest during the mid to late 1800s.      The ride is just one part of your experience—be sure to explore the rest of historic Wade House during your visit. The Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum houses the largest collection of historic carriages and wagons in Wisconsin and makes a great stop before or after your ride; then\, explore the well-preserved Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, discover the work of our talented tradesmen at the sawmill and browse the blacksmith shop.    What You’ll Experience    A ride through idyllic countryside in a faithful recreation of an 1800s horse-powered Prairie Schooner alongside family and friendsWith an additional purchase\, the opportunity to explore the historic Wade House Stagecoach Inn\, Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum and other key stops at Wade House Cost Adults (18-64): $15  Teens (13-17): $15 Seniors (65+): $13 Children (5-12): $10 Children under 5: $3  Society members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out. About the Location Wade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.  Wade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23   Greenbush\, WI 53026   Know Before You Go & Accessibility   Rides are scheduled at 9:30 AM\, 10:15 AM\, 11 AM\, 11:45 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30 PM\, 2:15 PM\, 3 PM\, 3:45 PM\, 4:30 PM. Please check in at the Wade House Visitor Center and Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum located at W7965 Highway 23 in Greenbush\, WI. Parking is available at the Visitor Center. All guests must be present at check-in for a required safety presentation prior to ride. For the safety of our guests and employees\, management reserves the right to cancel and fully refund stagecoach rides due to severe weather or the forecast of severe weather. General admission is an additional cost. Tickets can be booked here or purchased onsite the day of your ride.Water and soft drinks are available for purchase and restrooms are available. The Visitor Center is ADA Compliant with an elevator available for guests to use. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. Have Questions? For more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/prairie-schooner-saturdays-10242026-1500/
LOCATION:Wade House\, W7965 State Hwy 23\, Greenbush\, WI\, 53026\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T170000
DTSTAMP:20260901T155109Z
CREATED:20260618T215547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T155109Z
UID:10004299-1792854000-1792861200@dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org
SUMMARY:Greenbush Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details  \n \nSaturday\, Oct 24\, 2026 | Every half hour from 10 AM-3 PM  \nA Cemetery Tour Steeped in Greenbush History \nDiscover the history of early Greenbush residents during a two-hour walking tour of the Greenbush Cemetery. Stroll through century-old\, hand-stacked stone walls and admire ornate gravestones as your docent sheds light on the people\, stories and unique features that define this historic 1848 cemetery. Finish your tour with light refreshments at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn featuring the same warm hospitality Betsey Wade was renowned for. \n \nWhat You’ll Experience \n \n\nA two-hour deep dive into the stories and lives of those memorialized at Greenbush Cemetery\nHistory about the cemetery and its significance in the larger community\nIntroduction to gravestone symbols and their hidden meanings\nA post-tour gathering at the Wade House Stagecoach Inn with warm apple cider and pie\n\nCost    \nAdult (18-64): $15 \nTeen (13-17): $15 \nSenior (65+): $13 \nChild (5-12): $8 \n \nChild under 5: Free \nSociety members receive a 10% discount\, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.   \n \n \nAbout the Location \n \nWade House Stagecoach Inn was constructed conveniently between the cities of Fond du Lac and Sheboygan\, along a well-used stagecoach trail. This made the 27-room Greek Revival hotel a popular resting point for weary travelers. Three generations of the Wade family resided on the Wade House property\, with the stagecoach inn operating until around 1872. The Kohler family and the Kohler Foundation purchased Wade House in 1950 and began a top-to-bottom restoration. The site became property of the Wisconsin Historical Society and opened to the public in 1953. Here\, visitors can journey back to the horse-powered world that existed before planes\, cars\, and trains. The site features the stagecoach hotel built and owned by Sylvanus and Betsey Wade\, early settlers of Greenbush\, as well as a blacksmith shop\, sawmill\, and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum\, which houses Wisconsin’s largest collection of carriages and wagons. Visitors can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides from the visitor center to the historic core and back again.    \nWade House Historic Site & Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum (PO Box 34) W7965 State Hwy 23  Greenbush\, WI 53026  \nThis program starts at the Greenbush Cemetery located at:   \n7578 Cemetery Ln.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \nAfter the cemetery walk\, guests are invited to the Wade House Stagecoach Inn for pie and apple cider:  \nW7767 Plank Rd.  \nGreenbush\, WI 53026  \n \nKnow Before You Go & Accessibility \n \n\nTours run from 10 AM–5 PM. Each tour leaves on the half hour and lasts approximately two hours from start to finish.\nTours start at the Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln.\, in Greenbush.\nThe museum store\, located at Wade House’s Visitor Center on Highway 23\, is open daily during business hours\, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.\nWater is the only outside beverage allowed.\nThe site will remain open rain or shine.\nGuests are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and to dress for the weather.\nNo pets are allowed. Service animals are permitted.\nBecause of the historic nature of the buildings\, not all areas are ADA accessible.\nGuests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 920-526-3271 or wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org. \n\n  \nHave Questions?   \n \nFor more information\, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.  If the box office is closed\, call Wade House at 920-526-3271. 
URL:https://dev-events.wisconsinhistory.org/event/greenbush-cemetery-walk-10242026-1500-2/
LOCATION:Greenbush Cemetery\, 7578 Cemetery Ln\, Greenbush\, Wisconsin\, 53026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walking Tours
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