DANE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

MADISON, WI

Northwest Traction Group model railroad, 2024 The Northwest Traction Group model railroad layout. The Northwest Traction Group is a modular layout displaying electric railroading, primarily Midwest interurban railroads. Trains are powered from live overhead wire. HO Scale. At the February 2024 Model Railroad Show in Madison, Wisconsin, at the Alliant Energy Center. aka the Mad City Model Railroad Show.
Northwest Traction Group model railroad, 2024 Credit: Aaron Volkening

The Dane County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Madison, Wisconsin. Founded in 1951, the society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Dane County and the surrounding areas.

The society operates a museum, located in the historic Taylor House, that features exhibits on the history of the region, including Native American artifacts, early settlement, and the growth of Madison as a city. The museum also houses a research library with a collection of over 10,000 books, photographs, and documents related to local history.

The Dane County Historical Society hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and educational programs for children. They also publish a quarterly newsletter and maintain a website with information on upcoming events and resources for researchers.

Membership in the society is open to anyone interested in the history of Dane County and the surrounding areas. Members receive discounts on events and access to exclusive programs and resources.

Overall, the Dane County Historical Society plays an important role in preserving and promoting the rich history of the region and educating the public on its significance.

DANE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MADISON WI. US MID #8405500376

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).

Northwest Traction Group model railroad, 2024 The Northwest Traction Group model railroad layout. The Northwest Traction Group is a modular layout displaying electric railroading, primarily Midwest interurban railroads. Trains are powered from live overhead wire. HO Scale. At the February 2024 Model Railroad Show in Madison, Wisconsin, at the Alliant Energy Center. aka the Mad City Model Railroad Show.
Savanna Burn Stewart County Park, Mount Horeb, Wisconsin
Big Spring Big Spring, Donald County Park, Wisconsin
Olrich Botanical Gardens A great place to visit in Madison, Wisconsin, on a cold winter day.
Olrich Botanical Gardens, Madison, WI

Contact DANE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

DANE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
3101 LAKE FARM RD
MADISON
WI
53711

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DANE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8405500376
Name DANE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 391143187
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 43.02771, -89.345289
CODES FIPS State Code: 55
FIPS County Code: 025
US Census Tract: 001502
US Census Block: 2018