September 2009 Highlights
Wisconsin Book Festival: A Celebration of Books
The eighth annual fall festival celebrates Wisconsin's rich literary heritage, brings some of America's finest writers to our state, and encourages Wisconsinites of all ages to read widely and participate in our dynamic, interactive literary events. This year we are...
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Posted September 28, 2009
Become a Member of the Society
If you love Wisconsin history, take the next step and become a member of the Wisconsin Historical Society. You'll be joining a vibrant community that enjoys and takes pride in Wisconsin history — and helps to ensure that the Society...
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Posted September 24, 2009
Northern Virginia, 1861: A Call to Arms
The year is 1861, and the Civil War has just begun. Northern Virginia is the scene of numerous clashes between Union and Confederate troops. The denizens of this region, and much of the nation, would not know peace until four...
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Posted September 21, 2009
Fresh Artifacts Give New Life to Odd Wisconsin
The popular and offbeat exhibit, Odd Wisconsin, has offered visitors to the Wisconsin Historical Museum a glimpse into the unexpected side of Wisconsin history through the stories of people, places and things that make our state uniquely "Wisconsin." Now, with...
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Posted September 18, 2009
People of the Sturgeon Book Launch Event
Gear up for a captivating lake sturgeon presentation and book signing on Sunday, September 20, at the Oshkosh Public Museum. Starting at 4 p.m., the museum will host the official book launch for People of the Sturgeon: Wisconsin's Love Affair...
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Posted September 16, 2009
Fall Magazine Features Classic Boathouses
The rich history and beauty of the northern part of our state are highlighted in the autumn 2009 issue of Wisconsin Magazine of History. Christina Slattery's photographs of the classic boathouses dotting the lakes of northern Wisconsin present an opportunity...
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Posted September 14, 2009
Blues Meets Jazz Series Debuts at the Museum
Get to know local musicians as they share their stories and the history of blues, jazz and more in a new Friday evening musical series called Blues Meets Jazz at the Wisconsin Historical Museum. The doors open at 6 p.m....
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Posted September 10, 2009
Villa Louis Carriage Classic September 12-13
The grace, elegance and power of fine, immaculately groomed horses with beautifully restored carriages in tow, all set against the backdrop of a grand Victorian country estate, make the annual Villa Louis Carriage Classic a rare feast for the eyes....
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Posted September 8, 2009
Connecting to the Past in Wausau October 9-10
Anyone with an interest or a working role in preserving history in its many forms should mark October 9-10 as red-letter dates on the calendar. A distinguished lineup of speakers with impressive credentials promises to make the Society's 2009 Local...
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Posted September 4, 2009
Taste the Flavors of Wisconsin
The food we eat brings us together as a people, and popular cooking is coming back to its roots at the Wisconsin Historical Museum, where a pair of themed Wednesday evening dinner events on September 16 and November 18 offer...
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Posted September 2, 2009
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