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Field trips will not be offered at First Capitol in 2027 due to total site restoration starting in early spring

Field Trip

First Capitol Field Trips

Belmont, WI

First Capitol Field Trip

Madison has long been Wisconsin’s capital city, but the first 42 laws were made over 60 miles southwest, here in Belmont. Welcome to Wisconsin’s First Capitol, where for just 46 days in 1836 representatives met to lay the foundation for our territorial, and later state, government. Immerse yourself in the world of these founders, walking through the buildings and rooms where these important decisions were made.

Details:

First Capitol field trips are designed for students in grades K-12
A minimum of 10 students and a maximum of 40 students is required
Field trips are available May 4 through October 11

Registration fees:

$5 students
$5 chaperone
$0 school staff

Request Your Program Here!

Know Before You Go

First Capitol field trips can take place in indoor and outdoor locations. Please dress for the weather and bring a reusable water bottle. Please let First Capitol staff know at least one week before your visit of any requested accommodations. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.