Spring is in the air at Old World Wisconsin! Come see what’s blooming in our gardens, meet new heritage farm animals, explore scenic nature trails and visit more than 60 historic homes, farms, stores and workshops. Try your hand at blacksmithing, craft a wagon, learn about artisanal brewing and more. Choose your own adventure at one of America’s largest outdoor living history museums.
Start your history road trip!
Pick up your 2025 Member Pastport and start collecting stamps when you visit Old World! Redeem your stamps for discounts or even a free year of membership!
What more could you want!?
“What more could you want!? I loved coming here as a kid and still enjoy it as an adult.
There’s animals, history, and nature.”
Kelly L.
2025 Best of the Burbs’
Old World Wisconsin has been placed on the Best of the Burbs’ list by Milwaukee Magazine! Come see what all the fun is about!
Kids Out and About at Old World Wisconsin
Thanks to your votes, Old World Wisconsin has been placed on the Top 20 Places to Take Kids list by Milwaukee Kids Out and About for the last 4 years!
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Wittnebel’s Tavern
From large breweries to corner bars, big labels to modern microbrews, beermaking is a huge part of Wisconsin’s culture and heritage.
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Wisconsin Historical Society members receive unlimited free admission to our 11 historic sites and museums, a complimentary annual subscription to the Wisconsin Magazine of History, merchandise discounts and more. Join at the Family level and above for added benefits and discounts at over 1,200 organizations nationwide!
Old World Wisconsin
Experience the world of early immigrants at Old World Wisconsin, where history comes alive!
Are you looking for the perfect summer job? We have some exciting opportunities on-site right now! We are looking for individuals to join our team for the 2025 season. There are many positions we are hiring for, including guest service hosts, tram drivers, historic brewers, tavern bartenders, animal care assistants, and more.
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I wish I lived closer! I love the place and costumes!
If you need a product tester in the brewery, Im your guy!
Best place to work! 1976..butter making, weaving, cooking on a wood burning stove. All the basics!
Kathy Kolodzinski ??
𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗯𝗲𝗹’𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟳 & 𝟭𝟴! 🍺
Join us at Old World Wisconsin for a festive two-day grand opening celebration with live music, tap dance performances, and ribbon cuttings each day! Guests receive a can cooler at entry and a commemorative sticker with every beer purchase.
Old World Wisconsin will also debut “Kettle Brau,” an exclusive lager crafted locally with Foxtown Brewing.
𝗕𝗼𝗻𝘂𝘀: Wisconsin Historical Society members enjoy free admission.
Get tickets: wihist.org/42wRkGM
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Wow
Congratulations
Featuring a FOXTOWN specialty brewed beer. I heard it's great.
Looks awesome!
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