Villa Louis Field Trips

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Prairie du Chien, WI

Villa Louis

When you walk through the doors of Villa Louis, you step into the life of one of Wisconsin’s most historic families – The Dousmans. Located on the beautiful banks of the mighty Mississippi River, this National Historic Landmark offers a panorama of history, from the first peoples who lived on this land, to fur traders, to the War of 1812, through the splendor of the Victorian era. 

Villa Louis Field Trip

Put on your historical thinking caps and get ready to explore hundreds of years of history in one very special place. Students will tour a late 19th century Victorian mansion and grounds, have an interactive 18th century fur trade experience, and head outdoors for a history hike scavenger hunt.

Villa Louis staff are also available to visit your class to help you and your students prepare for your field trip.

80 people max for each program
Field trips available May 5 – November 30
Each field trip lasts 2.5 hours

Registration Fees

$6 per student
$0 for teachers and school staff
$13 per chaperone

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Know Before You Go

Villa Louis field trips can take place in indoor and outdoor locations. Please dress for the weather and bring a reusable water bottle. This tour involves hills, stairs, and uneven ground at times. Please let Villa Louis staff know at least one week before your visit of any requested accommodations.

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