4.5Milwaukee Public Museum(1.085 reviews) - Impressed with collection Wednesday: Spent 2-3 hours Natural History Museums
Natural and human history museum in the heart of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. MPM houses more than 4 million objects.See more..
4.5Wisconsin Maritime Museum(525 reviews) - Exceptional Wednesday: Spent 2-3 hours Military Museums • History Museums
Welcome to a great place to learn, play and explore the rich maritime history of Wisconsin and the Great Lakes region. Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, the Wisconsin Maritime Museum offers visitors a unique place to spend hours learning about the sailors, shipbuilders and submariners who made that history, and to have some great family fun! Founded in 1970 as the Manitowoc Submarine Memorial Association, the Wisconsin Maritime Museum has grown into one of the largest maritime museums in the Midwest. In addition to commemorating the maritime heritage of the Manitowoc-Two Rivers area and the submarines built here during World War II, the Wisconsin Maritime Museum is now a leader in preserving the maritime history of Wisconsin and the Great Lakes region.See more..
4.5Wisconsin Veterans Museum(244 reviews) - One of the main attractions in Madison Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Speciality Museums • History Museums
See, hear, and honor the stories of Wisconsin veterans from the Civil War era to present day. Learn where Wisconsinites served and why their sacrifice still matters today.See more..
4.5H.H. Bennett Studio & Museum(237 reviews) - good intro to area Wednesday: Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums
Visitors learn about the life and times of the 19th-century pioneering photographer H.H. Bennett at this historical learning center and museum. All tours and programs for 2020 are reservation based. Please call in advance to book.See more..
Walking in, we set the bar low for what this museum could be all about. Jane made a difference in keeping the tremendous artifacts come alive. My wife was totally engaged in her stories and many questions were aptly answered. Well worth the time on a first visit. Senior discount worked well but we had to match and provide a $20 tip to the experience for a job well done. Atta girl, Jane and thank you. See more..
4.5Villa Louis(190 reviews) - Excellent House & Tour Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
This Victorian house includes relics from the area's history, including a battle in the War of 1812.See more..
5.0Portage WWII History Museum(156 reviews) - A must for every WWII history buff! Wednesday: Spent 2-3 hours Military Museums • History Museums
We will be opening back up to the general public 11/11/2021 Veterans Day. Open normal Museum days and hours Thursday Friday Saturday 10-3pm. In the 2-1/2 hour guided tour you will scratch the surface of this Museum's content. Walk through areas pertaining to the Home front, Holocaust, German, Japanese, and tons of American artifacts. Several Rare pieces that will leave you speechless. Please read the comments left by our guests here on tripadvisor.See more..
Take your time going through the museum as there is a lot to see and read. My favorite part was the wildlife diorama. The mounted birds in the trees with their names, birdwatching for us dummies! Admission is free but donations will keep this treasure open,See more..
4.5Bayfield Maritime Museum(132 reviews) - Must do when you are in Bayfield Spent < 1 hour History Museums
Open 10am to 4pm Seasonally; Weekends in June, Daily July Through Labor Day, Weekends in September Sharing stories and artifacts about Lake Superior commercial fishing, lighthouses, boats, ships, and the innovative people of Bayfield who made their living on this great inland sea. We operate strictly with volunteers and your support. After you've explored Bayfield's maritime stories, please consider donating what you can to keep these traditions alive. We operate strictly with volunteers and your support. After you've explored Bayfield's maritime stories, please consider donating what you can to keep these traditions alive.See more..
Largest collection of meat-eating theropods on exhibit! Learn what dinosaurs looked like, ate and how they behaved. See life-scale replicas, The Carthage Institute of Paleontology on-site lab Minutes from the Illinois Wisconsin border and Six Flags Great America Gurnee, Illinois.See more..
4.5Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center(105 reviews) - Tribute to World War 2 hero Richard Bong as well as all Veterans!! Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • History Museums
This museum honors World War II flying ace Richard Bong and all veterans.See more..
4.5Wisconsin Historical Museum(105 reviews) - Great historical museum, right in the middle of things Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM History Museums
Bringing Wisconsin's history to life through exhibits on the material culture of the state and the Upper Midwest, from prehistoric times to present day.See more..
4.5Oshkosh Public Museum(98 reviews) - Excellent Museum Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • History Museums • Day Trips
This is a great museum. It’s across the street from the Paine, so was super easy to get to after viewing the Nutcracker exhibit. It’s in the beautiful Sawyer Family Victorian mansion. One fun activity is spying all of the Tiffany design elements in the mansion. There’s a comprehensive exhibit of Native American artifacts, including many spearheads, axe heads, arrow tips, clay pots, and other items. There’s also a simulated dig site, a birch lodge, and a birchbark canoe. The signs give a great overview of Native American civilization over the millennia right here in Wisconsin. We stuck around to watch the Apostle clock chime the hour. What a fascinating piece of craftsmanship, I definitely recommend seeing it. Another fun thing to do is check out Grannie’s attic, a fun hodge-podge of old treasures that’s sure to bring back memories.See more..
4.0Pendarvis(88 reviews) - A magnificent and instructive historical site Wednesday: Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Pendarvis is closed for the 2019 season. We will open again in spring of 2020. Tucked away in historic Mineral Point, Pendarvis celebrates the 20th century preservation efforts of business and life partners Robert Neal and Edgar Hellum, and the movement they started. Explore their famous restaurant and discover how they saved a significant part of Wisconsin history.See more..
4.5Wisconsin Auto Museum(87 reviews) - Worth the money! Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
This museum is worth every penny of the admission fee. There are so many different automobiles to see. I would recommend to go early as this is a popular place to visit. Definitely plan on spending a couple of hours here to see everything. There is so much history packed into this one building and everything is nice,y displayed and maintained. I would recommend this to anyone. It’s fun and informative for all ages! See more..
May 24 - Jul 3: Open daily 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Jul 4 - Aug 23: Open daily 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Aug 24 - Oct 4: Open daily 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Jun 18 - Aug 27: Open Wednesday evenings until 7:00 pm Discover the magic that has drawn people to Madeline Island's legendary shores for centuries. Opened in 1958 through the efforts of summer residents Leo and Bella Capser, Madeline Island Museum was donated to the Wisconsin Historical Society in the late 1960's. More than fifty years after opening, the original museum looks very much like it did back in 1958, chock-full of fascinating objects and artifacts from one of the richest historical collections in Wisconsin.See more..
4.5The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums(76 reviews) - Interesting little mine and museum Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Mines • History Museums
Your underground adventure awaits! Tour the 1845 Bevans Lead-Zinc Mine, ride in a real 1931 mine train (weather permitting), and discover the local history of the Upper Mississippi Valley mining district. The museum traces the development of culture in southwestern Wisconsin's Driftless Area starting with mining the local Mississippi Valley Type ore deposits, rural life, and the establishment of community. Galleries display fascinating and nostalgic models, dioramas, artifacts and photographs interpreting stories and music of home, school, farm and civic life in the Platteville region. Don't miss the fighting squirrels!See more..
The Museum of Historic Torture Devices provides a look into the darkest chapters in human history. View several torture devices and descriptions of the barbaric ways they were used. Admission also includes access to the special exhibit: John Wayne Gacy- "Torture King of Chicago". The Museum of Historic Torture Devices is located in Downtown Wisconsin Dells. Open daily mid-June through Labor Day and weekends only in Spring & Fall.See more..
Ever wonder why Eau Claire became the biggest city in the Northwoods? Who were the Lumberjacks? What were their lives like? Was Paul Bunyan a real person? WLM invites you to step back in time and find out for yourself! Explore the Paul Bunyan Logging Camp, a replica 1890 camp. Visit the Museum to see logs older than the Declaration of Independence. Strap some “butter” on your feet and skate across one of Paul Bunyan’s frying pans.See more..
4.5Chippewa Valley Museum(68 reviews) - Grab a Piece of Northwoods History Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops • Educational sites • History Museums
Have your own adventure in history at Eau Claire's nationally recognized Chippewa Valley Museum, open year-round. The museum offers award-winning exhibits, beautifully preserved historic structures on the grounds, fun activities, a 1950's ice cream parlor, a museum store, and more. A visitor favorite is the multi-media object theater "This Day." The Chippewa Valley Museum sits beneath towering pines in Eau Claire's beautiful Carson Park, a 134-acre peninsula nestled inside horseshoe-shaped Half Moon Lake. The Chippewa Valley Museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.See more..
4.5Peshtigo Fire Museum(65 reviews) - Fascinating, Educational Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
The Fire Museum is open from Memorial Weekend through October 8. On October 8, 1871, a firestorm roared through Peshtigo, Wisconsin, and surrounding areas, killing over 2,000 people and destroying the entire city and its livelihood. The Peshtigo Fire Museum preserves this heritage through storytelling, exhibits of artifacts from the fire, displays of the lifestyle at the time of the disaster, and a cemetery to memorialize those who died.See more..
4.5Kenosha History Center(61 reviews) - Great autos inside plus a lighthouse! Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM History Museums
PROS: Free; ample parking; right by lake Michigan and the beach; has 2 lighthouses in close proximity with each other; kind docent ; small exhibit about the early days of Kenosha and a great exhibit featuring the Rambler and AMC car company; there are also an old time fire truck and bicycles ( the ones with the giant front wheel). It’s a relaxing 1 hour stop. CONS: We wished the lighthouse opened earlier in the year (we’re missing it by 2 weeks), otherwise it’s a great little museum.See more..
4.5Hoard Historical Museum(46 reviews) - Nice piece of history Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM History Museums
This museum is definitely worth visiting. You will discover a lot of history in this one museum. It's free to visit. There are several museums in this place. They have a part on Lincoln, dairy farming, and more history. Plan to spend some time in this museum because it took my family about an hour or so to go through it, but you definitely could spend quite a bit of time in this museum. It's a nice piece of history. See more..
4.5Livsreise Norwegian Heritage Center(42 reviews) - Small and Excellent Portrayal of Norwegian Settlement Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
Livsreise includes interpretations of the journey from Norway, features the cultural heritage brought to Stoughton and shares stories of individual immigrants. Also featured are changing exhibits and displays highlighting Norwegian heritage and arts organizations including the Vesterheim National Norwegian American Museum. Additionally, Livsreise is home to a genealogy center that operates in cooperation with Norwegian American Genealogical Center/Naeseth Library and a 68-seat auditorium. **COVID19 update** Livsreise is currently closed. We are following the Dane Forward recommendations and WEDC guidelines to keep our guests and staff safe and healthy. Please visit our website or Facebook page for updates.See more..
5.0Horicon Marsh Explorium(40 reviews) - Great hiking Spent 2-3 hours Educational sites • History Museums
The Horicon Marsh Explorium is an interactive theater that highlights the story of the Horicon Marsh and the wildlife that call it home. Climb on the life-size mammoth or take a ride on the airboat simulator, there is something to do for all age groups. When you are done, feel free to hike the world famous Horicon Marsh on one of our many trails.See more..
4.5Fort Crawford Museum(38 reviews) - Nicely Done Temporarily closed - Closed until May 1, 2023 Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • History Museums
Being the second oldest community in the state of Wisconsin and the oldest on the upper Mississippi River we have alot of history in our community. We have two historical museums. The Fort Crawford Hospital Museum gives information about Dr. Wm Beaumont, a post surgeon here at the Fort, the different treaties signed here, Blackhawk's surrender, surgical diaramas, a display of an old dentist office, display of an old pharmacy, etc. Our Museum of Prairie du Chien has displays and information of the War of 1812, Clamming and the button factories that were here, an iron lung, etc. We do have scavenger hunts for the younger visitors for both museums, to help keep them interested and busy.See more..
4.5Cable Natural History Museum(34 reviews) - Little town is packed with attractions, and this is one of them. Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums • Children's Museums
We offer many exciting programs and exhibits for children, adults, and families. Naturalist-guided adventures including hikes, river and forest explorations, paddling, bird watching, engaging lectures and workshops, and live raptor programs are just a few of the educational experiences we provide to residents, visitors, and vacationers in the Cable Area of Northern Wisconsin. Explore our Curiosity Center, exhibits, and collections of Northwoods natural history. Meet our education raptors and other live animals that call the Museum home. Take the family to the Natural Play Area which features many natural play components along short looping trails nestled among 14 acres of woodland including a large tree house, hill slide, and more!See more..
5.0Castlerock Museum(34 reviews) - Museum is extremely interesting for any history lover Wednesday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
Castlerock Museum has over two thousand years of history in a building that looks like a castle! See authentic arms and armor from Romans, Dark Age Warriors, Vikings, Crusader Knights, and Renaissance "Knights in Shining Armor." Open from 1-4pm, Fridays and Saturdays year round and Sundays June through August. Holiday Closings: We are closed for the Thanksgiving and Christmas weekends.See more..
...old stone lighthouse that stands tall and high close to the Kenosha Water-Tower, another city symbol. I wish it would have been open so I could've checked-out the museum inside, but it really doesn't matter does it? This lighthouse (as well as all other lighthouses) is just a temporary diversion in my life that probably will disappear like numerous other diversions have. I also think they are just something for me to use as checkpoints for whatever physical direction I'm going. Another dichotomy to lighthouses. Dan - another duality to consider!See more..
The Waukesha County Museum has begun a complete building transformation, we are working to rehabilitate the historic courthouse complex we occupy in beautiful downtown Waukesha. Due to construction the Museum is temporarily closed to daily admission. Please visit our website for updates on the project, including project re-opening. The Research Center Library & Archive is still available by appointment, on Friday's only. Please call or email to schedule an appointment.See more..
4.5Racine Heritage Museum(30 reviews) - Well spent three hours Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM History Museums
Well above the usual collection of junk and antiques that many communities call their museum. Very low key, covers many aspects of the city and area. Three floors, well lit, no exhibits or descriptions behind reflected glass or at knee or ankle level. Admission is free, but donation is available and well worth it. There is no docent however if you have questions, but that is a small thing.See more..
Historic 2-story building with full basement - all broken up into many rooms (probably about 15 all told) with loads and loads of exhibits on local history. The staff was friendly and informative. The exhibits were very well organized with each room having a separate theme. One notable thing was the volunteers working at looms to make carpets and place mats. We bought one; excellent quality - hand-made the way it was done before mass production. Admission is free; we left a donatiion. We spent about 90 minutes here seeing the various way life was starting in 1880 and through to almost 1980. The museum is only open from 10:00 A - 2:00 P on MWF and Saturday. Plan accordingly. The top floor boasts an old courthouse. The basement carries a lot of equipment from 100 years ago. Lots to see.See more..
5.0Pioneer Village Museum(23 reviews) - Lots to see! Wednesday: Spent 2-3 hours History Museums
Pioneer Village;Nestled among a 35 acre pine grove with 37 buildings and several original log cabins built and furnished in the 1800's. The buildings are filled with thousands of artifacts of that period. A climate controlled building contains 36 cubicles filled with antique guns, clothing, WWI,II, and Civil War articles. Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day with special events on week ends. See our Web Page.See more..
The Logan is a treasure for those interested in anthropology and archeology. It is also valuable for those interested in ancient Native American life. It is free, fascinating, and easy to get to. Plan several hours there. I only wish I was closer.See more..
4.5Ashland Historical Museum(21 reviews) - Wonderful little spot, outstanding staff Spent < 1 hour History Museums
We popped in here while shopping downtown. What a nice little museum! The staff were what made the experience excellent. They guided us through the sparse exhibit room and made the experience quite grand.See more..
Mission and Vision: The Chippewa Falls Museum of Industry and Technology promotes the industrial and technological partnerships of the Chippewa Community creating an atmosphere of discovery by: • Providing interactive educational experiences in technology and industry (past, present and future) • Demonstrating how things work • Sharing important technology and industry stories • Discovering life stories of local industry and technology leaders and employeesSee more..
4.5Mineral Point Railroad Museum(20 reviews) - Excellent displays on Mineral Point railroading and mining Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
The Mineral Point Railroad Museum is open to the public Thursday through Saturday 10am-4pm and Sundays noon-4pm from May through early October. The museum is housed in a two-story stone depot that is the oldest standing RR depot in Wisconsin. Our depot was built in 1856 for the Mineral Point Railroad, which was acquired by the Milwaukee Road RR in 1880. The depot was in use until approximately 1969, and the last train left Mineral Point in 1984. The depot was meticulously renovated and restored from 2000 to 2004 and reopened as a museum on September 2, 2004.The contents of the museum cover a wide range of aspects of the railroad's significance to Mineral Point and Southwestern Wisconsin, but our artifacts should appeal to adults and children of any age. We also have a 5'x11' model railroad that was professionally developed for us that reflects a scale replica of the area around the Mineral Point depot during its heyday - 1900 to 1920 - including an operating steam locomotive, water tank, lumber yard, turntable, and two engine houses. Pushing a button will cause a steam locomotive to move around the RR yard while related sounds play through a speaker. Our museum is conveniently located near other points of historical interest in Mineral Point, including other Commerce Street attractions, Shake Rag street, and Pendarvis. A comfortable tour of the museum might last 45 minutes and a visit to the museum and nearby shops (open seasonally) within walking distance would make a wonderful day trip. Mineral Point is located about 45 minutes from Madison or Dubuque. We welcome group visit inquiries - please leave us a message and we will respond. We may be able to offer your group a guided tour with adequate notice.Let us know if we can answer any questions and we hope that you visit us soon!See more..
This museum is right across the street from the Phipps B&B. It is a fascinating house with so many historical features. The library has books from the 1600's. Every room you are able to see is like taking a step back in time. See more..
The museum isn't anything special, and the items they sell are very overpriced. Im a dog person and they dont control their dogs at all. One is clearly aggressive, the other one almost got run over several times. The view of the falls from the bridge is amazing in fall, but they want you to pay to take pictures. 3 stars for the view, don't plan to ever come back.See more..
4.5Langlade County Historical Society Museum(16 reviews) - Lots of great area history here plus the Deleglise cabin and the train out front. Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM History Museums
The building the museum is in used to be the library when I went to school in Antigo and is a gem in and of itself. See more..
Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters (FWSQ), located in Portage, Wisconsin, is a 19th century historic site. FWSQ was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970. Today it is owned, operated, and maintained by the Wisconsin Society Daughters of the American Revolution and is open to the public May 15 through October 15 each year, Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Come visit us soon!See more..
We joined the museum several years ago and make a habit of visiting often. This is a treasure for a small town like Menomonie. I learn something new with every visit.See more..
4.5Luxembourg American Cultural Society(13 reviews) - Small museum with a lot of European history Wednesday: Speciality Museums • Cultural Tours • History Museums
I heard about this place and was intrigued by how a little country like Luxembourg could merit a museum in rural WI. It's full of photos and stories about the ties between the local region and the country of Luxembourg. Not really a kid friendly place, but an adult would enjoy the docent led tours and all the stories you can read. They have a permanent exhibit as well as some that change. Very small but quite nice. Don't miss the gardens. We went out to the pond and saw a family of geese. Well done.See more..
5.0Grant County Historical Museum(13 reviews) - Amazing history lesson! Wednesday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
I had a friend visiting Lancaster from NYC and we took a tour of the local historical society’s museum. Our guide was Joe Sherwin. The tour was delightful. Mr. Sherwin is extremely knowledgeable about the county’s history and has a charming personality. I encourage curious visitors to the area to stop in for an enlightening visit to the museum!See more..
4.5Eagle River Historical Museum(11 reviews) - Great place! Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
The Eagle River Historical Society was founded in 1966 and incorporated in 1968. It is located in the small northern Wisconsin community of Eagle River, Wisconsin and is the only organization devoted to the preservation of local history in town. We operate two permanent museums - our iconic 1923 Railroad Depot on Railroad Street in downtown Eagle River and our Heritage Museum at 1181 Hwy 45 South just outside of the town of Eagle River.See more..
4.0Historic Galloway House and Village(11 reviews) - Hidden Little Historic Jewel Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours History Museums
Galloway House and Village has served to connect us Fond du Lac County's people and stories since 1954. Nestled on 15 acres in the City of Fond du Lac, visitors receive a guided tour of the Galloway House, owned by 3 generations by the Galloway family, and are able to explore the rest of the site at their own pace. The Blakely Museum also resides at the village, which houses artifacts from the pre-historic to 1990's. The Thornton Research Library is also open during select hours for genealogical and historic research. This beautiful historic village is owned and operated by the Fond du Lac County Historical Society.See more..
5.0Vilas County Historical Museum(10 reviews) - `Incredible displays for nearly topic History Museums This museum has displays for every type of observer and collector - incredible displays for such a small town. There are historical records, mini gift shop, doll collection, native American collection, a comprehensive display of natural history with mammels, big game, birds, snowmobiles, chain saws, hand tools, fishing lures, kitchen settings, military memoribilia - and so much more. What a great place to visit.See more..
Take a step back in time and visit our museum which is located on a 240 acre farm in the beautiful Ocooch Mountains of Richland County, WI. Steve and Carol have been collecting items ranging from the late 1800's thru the 1950's. The museum consists of a Police Station, Post Office, Fire Station, Barber Shop, General Store, John Deere Dealership, Red Crown Gas Station and many other shops.See more..
5.0Oconomowoc Area Historical Society and Museum(9 reviews) - Great historical scenes of small town Oconomowoc Spent < 1 hour History Museums this little museum has streets of old Oconomowoc, including a bank, library, Victorian home (including kitchen, parlor, dining room), a printing company, medical office, dental office, general store. Also here is a large model train exhibit. And there's more. Well worth a visit - great for the whole familySee more..
3.5Waupaca Train Depot(9 reviews) - Watched The Trains Fly Past! Spent < 1 hour History Museums
I attended an October, 2015 fundraising event here for a community arts organization. After 10 years of painstaking restoration projects by Mike Kirk and the Waupaca Historical Society, the 1907 Depot is almost back to the way it looked in its glory days. Unlike most restored train depots, this one is still in its original location, and several trains roared by during the event. Now open only on special occasions, when the restoration is complete in 2016, Mike (who manages the building for the Historical Society) says regular hours are planned, at least during tourist season.See more..
