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Historical Essay

Wisconsin’s Historical Markers: Image Gallery Essay

The Early History of Wisconsin's Historical Markers Program
Learn more about the early history of Wisconsin's State Historical Markers program.
Historical Essay

Potawatomi Beaded 'Soldier Coat'

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Army jacket decorated with Native American beadwork worn by Chief Simon Onanguisse Kahquados of the Forest County Potawatomi. (Museum object #1943.330)
Historical Essay

Milwaukee Braves Baseball Jersey

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Road jersey worn by Milwaukee Braves first baseman Joe Adcock in 1957. (Museum object #2006.68.1)
Historical Essay

Butch Vig's Original Drum Set

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Drum kit used by Viroqua, Wisconsin, native Butch Vig when he played with the bands Spooner, Fire Town, and the Grammy-nominated Garbage. (Museum object)
Historical Essay

Nuclear Fuel Assembly

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Control rod and replica fuel assembly from Wisconsin's first nuclear power plant. (Museum object 1997.56.13-14)
Historical Essay

Carpenter's Tool Chest

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Tool chest used by carpenter Charles Colburn of Wonewoc, Wisconsin, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. (Museum object #2004.137.1-248)

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