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Newspaper Article/Clipping

Giegerich, Bert

Date: 1876 - 1956
County: Sauk
Photograph

The Old Grist Mill

Date: 10 07 1950
Description: Grist mill on a river. In the foreground is the mill stream with trees and shrubs on the shorelines.
Photograph

Green Ram Theater Opening

Date: 07 03 1957
Description: Mrs. Frances Parrish of Louisville, Kentucky volunteers at the opening of the Green Ram theater near Baraboo. She is serving soft drinks to Reid M. Bergh, ...
Historical Essay

Bartlett, Tommy (1914-1998)

This Milwaukeean's prolific life in the entertainment business helped transform the Wisconsin Dells into the major tourist destination it is today.
Property Record

E10964 Moon Road

Community: Baraboo
County: Sauk
Historic Name: Wisconsin Opry
Reference Number: 244881
Historical Essay

Wright, Frank Lloyd, 1867-1959

Read about the life of this influential Wisconsonite and his contributions to the field of architecture. Article includes links to many primary sources.
Historical Essay

Travel and Tourism

The Invention of a new Pastime
Discover how new technology helped create the tourist industry in Wisconsin in the 19th century
Property Record

E2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY JJ

Community: Spring Green
County: Sauk
Historic Name: Hangar
Reference Number: 242139
Historical Essay

Ringling Brothers: The Beginnings of the 'Greatest Show on Earth'

Read about the creation and early success of the famous Ringling Brothers circus founded in Baraboo, Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Asbestos Baby Bottle Warmer

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Automobile baby bottle warmer lined with asbestos, made by the Hankscraft Company, Reedsburg, Wisconsin, c. 1955. (Museum object #1979.316.21)
Property Record

E2525 COUNTY HIGHWAY JJ

Community: Spring Green
County: Sauk
Historic Name: Flight Service Station, Lone Rock Airport
Reference Number: 242138

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