Good Old Fashioned Summer

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Welcome to the season of sun-kissed memories, lazy afternoons, carefree evenings and magic moments. As summer arrives at Old World Wisconsin, venture back to the Crossroads Village and beyond for fun-filled hikes, a sip of soda water outside the General Store, trips through fragrant gardens or an afternoon at the blacksmith’s forge.

Kids Get in Free Wednesdays

Step back in time with hands-on adventures, historic fun and memories your whole family will love—at a price you’ll enjoy even more!

Ages 12 and Under

10AM – 4PM | Wednesdays

June 11, June 18, June 25, July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, Aug 6, Aug 13 & Aug 20.

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.

The Reviews Are In!

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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!

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Kids Out and About

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!

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.



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NEW ARRIVALS: A CAMPAIGN

CREATING AN IMMERSIVE WELCOME EXPERIENCE AT OLD WORLD WISCONSIN

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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! 


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Experience the world of early immigrants at Old World Wisconsin, where history comes alive!

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We are so excited to be offering a special opportunity this winter, Breakfast With Santa. Join us in the historic Clausing Barn for a full breakfast buffet with French toast, waffles, eggs, bacon, pastries and more. Kids will get a chance to have a cozy meet-and-greet with Santa, plus a special take-home gift!

As a special treat, ticket prices also include full admission to our Home For The Holidays program at Old World Wisconsin.

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JUST ADDED!! 

We are so excited to be offering a special opportunity this winter, Breakfast With Santa. Join us in the historic Clausing Barn for a full breakfast buffet with French toast, waffles, eggs, bacon, pastries and more. Kids will get a chance to have a cozy meet-and-greet with Santa, plus a special take-home gift!

As a special treat, ticket prices also include full admission to our Home For The Holidays program at Old World Wisconsin. 

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Glad to see this come back, loved this with our grandkids.

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Our favorite way to spend the morning! Ticket's are limited, make sure you get yours before they sell out at bit.ly/459SN7cJoin us with Chi, Trees and Oils at Old World Wisconsin on August 23rd! Sign up using the link below:

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Our favorite way to spend the morning! Tickets are limited, make sure you get yours before they sell out at http://bit.ly/459SN7c

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Crystal Lynne miss this place 😔

I love watching the loom.

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