WAUKESHA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

WAUKESHA, WI

The Waukesha County Historical Museum is a museum located in Waukesha, Wisconsin, dedicated to preserving the history and culture of Waukesha County. The museum is housed in the historic 1893 County Courthouse and Jail building, which was restored and renovated in the 1970s to become a museum.

The museum's collection includes over 20,000 artifacts, documents, photographs, and other items that tell the story of Waukesha County and its people. Exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including Native American history, pioneer life, agriculture, industry, transportation, and local government.

Visitors can explore the museum's exhibits, attend special events and programs, and participate in educational activities for all ages. The museum also offers research services for those interested in genealogy or local history.

In addition to its permanent exhibits, the museum frequently hosts temporary exhibits highlighting specific aspects of Waukesha County's history. The museum is open year-round, with admission fees that support the museum's ongoing preservation and educational activities.

WAUKESHA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WAUKESHA WI. US MID #8405500007

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Close

Contact WAUKESHA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

• telephone: 4145487186

WAUKESHA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
101 WEST MAIN STREET
WAUKESHA
WI
53186

Find more WAUKESHA WI Museums

Map of WAUKESHA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

WAUKESHA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM Information