MUSEUM AT THE PORTAGE

PORTAGE, WI

The Museum at the Portage is a historical museum located in Portage, Wisconsin. The museum showcases the rich history of Portage and the surrounding areas through various exhibits and displays. The museum's collection includes artifacts, photographs, and documents that date back to the early years of the city's settlement.

The museum is housed in a former Carnegie Library building, which was constructed in 1905. The building was renovated in 2000 to transform it into a museum, and it features two levels of exhibits. The upper level of the museum is dedicated to the history of Portage, while the lower level focuses on the natural history of the surrounding area.

Visitors to the museum can explore exhibits that cover a range of topics, including the local Native American tribes, the fur trade era, and the development of the railroad industry. The museum also showcases the work of local artists and craftsmen.

The Museum at the Portage is open year-round and welcomes visitors of all ages. Guided tours are available, and the museum hosts a variety of events and programs throughout the year. The museum is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Portage and the surrounding areas.

MUSEUM AT THE PORTAGE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in PORTAGE WI. US MID #8405500638

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).

Contact MUSEUM AT THE PORTAGE

PORTAGE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 727
PORTAGE
WI
53901-0727

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MUSEUM AT THE PORTAGE Information

MID # 8405500638
Name PORTAGE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name MUSEUM AT THE PORTAGE
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 391838719
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 43.551398, -89.468971
CODES FIPS State Code: 55
FIPS County Code: 021
US Census Tract: 970400
US Census Block: 1075