Search the Wisconsin Historical Society's collections

Searching for

Refine by

Results 1-6 of 6

Historical Essay

Grignon, Augustin (1780-1860)

Fur Trader
Brief bio of Augustin Grignon, a fur trader who ran a gristmill and flour mill at Kaukauna.
Historical Essay

Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin

A Brief Introduction
Read about the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin and learn more through links to the Oneida website and to visual materials in our collections.
Historical Essay

Kaukauna

Origin of Kaukauna, Wisconsin
Discover the history of Kaukauna, Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Peshtigo Fire

Brief account of the Peshtigo Fire that, in 1871, destroyed in two hours a swath of forest 10 miles wide and 40 miles long.

Have Questions?

If you didn't find the material you searched for, our Library Reference Staff can help.

Call our reference desk at 608-264-6535 or email us at: