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Explore Wisconsin History

Student conducting history research at the Wisconsin Historical Society.

Discover amazing facts about Wisconsin history as you explore an underwater shipwreck, excavate a mammoth skeleton, or learn about our state symbols!

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    For more information on our state symbols, Wisconsin inventors and firsts

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    Wisconsin History Facts

    Wisconsin State Capitol postcard, 1883. WHI 23248.

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      THIS DAY IN WISCONSIN HISTORY

      Discover what happened on this day in Wisconsin's past.

      1862 - Iron Brigade Fights First Battle
      1862 - (Civil War) Second Battle of Bull Run opens

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      Learn About Archaeology

      Underwater archeaologist diving underwater to examine a historic shipwreck.

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        Have Questions?

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        education@wisconsinhistory.org
        Get answers to commonly asked questions about teaching 4th grade Wisconsin history.