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Legislators' Guide to the Wisconsin Historical Society | Wisconsin Historical Society

General Information

Legislator Guide

Legislators' Guide to the Wisconsin Historical Society | Wisconsin Historical Society

Government Relations Mission

The Wisconsin Historical Society connects people to the past by collecting, preserving, and sharing stories. The Government Affairs office provides the direct link between Wisconsin’s governing body, the needs of your community, and the expertise of the State Historical Society.


State Relations

The Legislators' Guide and Society Scorecard contain information most commonly requested by Wisconsin legislators. Legislators and others can consult these documents for Wisconsin Historical Society facts, programs, services and contacts.

Capitol Artwork Loan Program

Learn more about our artwork loan program for elected officails. Browse our available collection and learn if you’re eligible for local artwork through our program.

Browse Art

Scorecard & KPIs
2024

See the Society's major contributions to Wisconsin's economic, educational and cultural health through innovative initiatives.

Score Card

Fact Sheet & 411
2024

Read a brief overview of our history and divisions and view a detailed map of Society programs across Wisconsin's 72 counties

Fact Sheet

State Senate Maps Final
2024

Explore your district's distinct impact on Wisconsin State History. New Maps coming in 2025!

State Maps


Wisconsin History Center Updates

Learn all about the plans for the Wisconsin History Center. Details of design work, partners, construction timelines and more!

The Wisconsin History Makers Tour will travel throughout the state from September 2023 to February 2027. The tour is a collaboration with local history organizations, libraries, community groups, cultural venues, and other partners.


History Advocacy Day

Join us on Wednesday March 19, 2025, for the 8th Annual History Advocacy Day in Wisconsin!

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Traveling Displays and Exhibits

Share Wisconsin history with your community!

The Wisconsin Historical Society offers banner displays to schools, civic organizations, community groups, and other public and private venues.

For more information or questions about scheduling and exhibit, please email travelingexhibits@wisconsinhistory.org

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Great Lakes Small Streams Exhibit Kettle Moraine

"Great Lakes Small Streams" on display at Kettle Moraine Middle School


Keep In Touch

Capitol Connections Email Newsletter

Stay up to date on all things Wisconsin Historical Society with our bi-monthly E-newsletter exclusively developed for state legislators. See the latest editions below. 

Have Questions?

The Society is happy to answer any questions you may have. Please contact Kate Easton, Director of Government Relations, by phone at 608-264-6442 or by email at kate.easton@wisconsinhistory.org