The following comments were submitted by Wisconsin teachers after we changed our format for Old World Wisconsin field trips in 2007:

"Very well organized. Seemed to have more people helping and directing the groups. The tram ride was great. The Ketola Farm workers were excellent! We liked that someone showed us the way and came to get us for lunch!"
— Holy Apostles School, New Berlin

"This was our first field trip to Old World Wisconsin and we will definitely come again! Everything was so organized. The schedule and timeline worked really well. Thanks for all of your efforts!"

"The organization of all four of our groups was beautifully orchestrated. The information fit in with our curriculum extremely well. The children were given a chance to work on the flax and wash some dishes with homemade soap — they really enjoyed these activities. The interpreters added fun and personal statements which gave real credibility to their character. Excellent program!"

"The students really enjoyed all of the hands-on experiences! You can never have too many of those. I did like going to a single area and learning about one nationality in depth. The Crossroads Village was an enjoyable self-guided tour. Each building where an interpreter was available brought history to life for the students and definitely added to the presentation of the building information. More interpreters would only maximize the impact of this 'living museum.' The tram ride was a great introduction when we arrived."
— Summit View Elementary, Waukesha

"Our experience was excellent! The kids loved the program and the interpreters were excellent! We'll definitely be back! I'll have to try to figure out a way to be able to extend our visit given our bus limitations. The picnic area was great, too!"
— Queen of Apostles School, Pewaukee

"The change to hands on is a very positive one."
— Darien School, Darien

"Wonderful experience!"

"The pacing was awesome!"

"I have been coming here for 10 years and this was the best experience ever."

"The hands-on activities were awesome. The experts were very knowledgeable and patient with the kids."
— Waubesa Intermediate, McFarland

"Getting kids involved — all areas — wonderful."
— Oriole Lane, Mequon

"It was a wonderful experience. Your facility is beautiful and well worth the trip."
— Burleigh Elementary, Brookfield

"What a truly excellent experience! We learned so much! You have fabulous volunteers!" — St. Gabriel School, Hubertus

"We were given much more information — more time for the speakers to explain their expertise. The opportunity to have a 'hands-on' experience was wonderful!"

"Very interesting experience at each station."
— Prairie View Elementary, Oregon

"We enjoy learning new things every time we come here."
— Lancaster Elementary, Milwaukee

"It was great to have the kids 'help' in the shoe shop and the blacksmith shop."
— Jefferson Elementary, Wauwatosa

"We like the new format! I like how interactive the stations are. The students will walk away better understanding."
— Van Buren Elementary, Janesville

"All was great! I liked the packing of the trunk. I also liked it when the interpreters ask the students questions. All speakers were very positive and kind to the students. They knew their materials and information."
— Eagle Elementary, Eagle

"We enjoyed the trip and liked that it was more hands on."
— Palmyra Elementary, Palmyra

"I really liked the new format. I think that the students got a better understanding of how life was in the past. All speakers did a great job. We did less traveling and more learning."
— Woodside Elementary, Sussex