Visit Wisconsin Museums and Historic Sites
Events Calendar
Special history events, lectures and tours are available across the state. Find an upcoming event near you!
Historic Sites and Museums
Wisconsin Historical Museum
On Madison's Capitol Square
Wade House
Explore the Era of Stagecoach Travel
Villa Louis
Enter the World of Victorian America
Stonefield
The Roots of Rural Wisconsin
Reed School
When One Room Shaped Many Lives
Pendarvis
Discover Wisconsin's Groundbreaking Community
Old World Wisconsin
Relive the Spirit of America's Heartland
Madeline Island Museum
A Place of Encounters
H.H. Bennett Studio
The Man Who Made Wisconsin Dells Famous
First Capitol
The Birthplace of a Great State
Circus World
Experience the Thrill That Never Grows Old
Black Point Estate & Gardens
Historic Home and Gardens
Wisconsin Maritime Trails
Many lighthouses, museums and submerged shipwrecks are open to the public for tours and diving. Visit maritime history in your area!
More History Across the Badger State
Wisconsin Historical Markers
Wisconsin has more than 530 official state historical markers. Each tells a story about our state's rich heritage.
Travel Wisconsin
To find more Wisconsin destinations related to history and heritage, visit our sister site Travel Wisconsin.
Local Societies and Museums
Many local historical societies have museums to visit. Search our online catalog of affiliated organizations to find one near you.