Travel Through Time and the Stories of America’s Heartland
Experience the world of Wisconsin’s early immigrants at Old World Wisconsin. Step into the daily lives of the people who called this world home as you help with chores and cooking, try your hand at crafts and trades, and play – yes, even the grown-ups! Lend a hand in the blacksmith shop, say hi to the farm animals, look at veggies in the gardens, dye and spin wool, knead bread, collect chicken eggs, try on wooden shoes, ride high-wheel tricycles, and sample tasty beer in the Brewhouse. This is where history comes alive!
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!
Tickets on sale for Home for the Holidays
Select Saturdays & Sundays | 10 AM – 5 PM
Dec 7-8 and 14-15
Hurry to get yours before Krampus does!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
The Brewhouse
Now Open!
From large breweries to corner bars, big labels to modern microbrews, beermaking is a huge part of Wisconsin’s culture and heritage.
Make Your Next Event Historic
Old World Wisconsin’s picturesque settings for a rustic Wisconsin wedding or a unique private event offer plentiful opportunities for a historic event. Make your day historic and create a story that will be remembered for generations.
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!
Don't forget to bring your non-perishable food items to Old World Wisconsin during Home For The Holidays on December 7 & 8. Old World Foundation will be in Caldwell Hall handing out hand-stamped leather keepsake ornaments for your donation of 6 non-perishable food items or $10.
Donations will be given to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, an independent member of the Feeding America network. Collaborating with nearly 400 hunger relief programs including food pantries, meal programs and shelters, the nonprofit organization provides healthy food for over 500,000 neighbors in need.
In addition, Healthy Community Network will also receive donations. The Healthy Community Network (HCN) is a 501c3 non-profit, tax-exempt entity that was created to promote a healthy way of living within the community of Palmyra.
Thank you!
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Totally normal day and normal things happening at Old World Wisconsin today.
Just kidding, the giant Yule Goat makes a long awaited return to Home For The Holidays this weekend!!
Big shout out to our staff braving the cold today to continue working on the ribbon and horns at this incredible and unique photo op.
New this year, grab a s’mores kit to roast marshmallows at the fire near the Yule Goat while learning more about the holiday tradition!
Tickets are still available and we can’t wait to open our gates tomorrow. Remember to dress warm ♥️🎄❄️ ... See MoreSee Less
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What's hidden in the Trojan Yule Goat?
Another day closer to welcoming guests to Home For The Holidays and the site continues to become more and kore festive! We can’t wait to see you this weekend 🎄
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Beautiful