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!
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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
Coming Soon!
From large breweries to corner bars, big labels to modern microbrews, beermaking is a huge part of Wisconsin’s culture and heritage.
NEW ARRIVALS: A CAMPAIGN
CREATING AN IMMERSIVE WELCOME EXPERIENCE AT OLD WORLD WISCONSIN
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Old World Wisconsin
Experience the world of early immigrants at Old World Wisconsin, where history comes alive!
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We also can't wait. Love seeing this pick of my mom also
Can't wait
We have an extremely exciting opportunity at Old World Wisconsin - we are currently hiring a General Manager of Experiences and Events!
The General Manager of Experiences and Events supports the mission of the Wisconsin Historical Society by leading the design, delivery, and evaluation of engaging experiences, educational programs, and special events for diverse audiences.
This senior-level leadership role is part of the OWW management team and regularly collaborates with the Director and colleagues to shape strategic direction.
The General Manager oversees teams responsible for guest experiences, special events, PK–12 educational programs, and related operational areas, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and guest service standards.
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why do you call an old world Wisconsin? Many people still practice these ways of being in doing not everybody is a Christian we have stuck with our traditional ways of living as central and eastern Europeans
Lauren Elizabeth let’s live here
Cheryl McDonald Wensing This sounds like exactly your thing!