Travel Through Time and the Stories of America’s Heartland
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 museums dedicated to the history of rural life and immigration.
Kids Out and About at Old World Wisconsin
Thanks to your votes, for the past 2 years Old World Wisconsin has continuously been placed on the Top 20 Places to Take Kids list by Milwaukee Kids Out and About! Come see what all the fun is about!
New This Year!
Midsummer Celebration ● Wagon Works ● Mrs. Peacock’s Birthday ● Java Chickens ● New Trams ● Naturalist Cabin
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Start your history road trip!
Pick up your 2024 Member PastPort and start collecting stamps when you visit Old World Wisconsin! Redeem your stamps for discounts or even a free year of membership! Not a member? Join today to get in on the fun.
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.
NEW ARRIVALS: A CAMPAIGN
CREATING AN IMMERSIVE WELCOME EXPERIENCE AT OLD WORLD WISCONSIN
The Brewhouse at Old World Wisconsin is the first structure completed as part of a $5.5 million project that represents the first two phases of a larger, multi-year master plan by the Wisconsin Historical Society to transform the site’s entry area with a reimagined Welcome Experience.
Get the Best Deal in History
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!
In honor of Mother's Day approaching, we want to see your pictures! Please share your images of moms enjoying the site - we'd love to feature you this week as we get closer to celebrating mom's with Mom's Get In Free!
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What an incredible opening weekend! We couldn’t wait to share a few photos from across the site. We’ll see you again on Saturday.
A friendly reminder that Mother’s Day is this Sunday and you can treat your mom to a day of exploring together at Old World where Moms Get In Free!
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Such a gorgeous day to be there.
Freaked me out for a moment saying this Sunday when you mean next Sunday. This Sunday is still today.
Now I want bratwurst.
Happy Opening weekend from the staff at Old World Wisconsin!
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Aw, I'll miss working there!