Bringing a Group or Class to the Library

The Library offers tours and presentations on a wide range of topics in North American history — from government information to genealogical research.

The Society's nationally known Library and Archives, located on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, hosts large numbers of researchers daily. Tours can fill up very quickly and there are a limited number of computers and copier/scanners available.

Advance notification is required for large groups to ensure adequate staff assistance and technology is available for your group. Contact Lori Bessler at 608-264-6519

Groups of 10 or more researchers ("a car load"): a one-month advance notification is required.

Groups over 15 researchers: at least a two-month advance notification is required.

Genealogy Tours

If you are bringing a group to the library for genealogical research and would like to arrange for a tour or presentation, please contact Lori Bessler at 608-264-6519.

Library Tours

If you are bringing a group to the library and would like to arrange for a tour or presentation, please contact Nancy Mulhern at 608-264-6535.