Bringing history to life for 100 years
From 1935–2011, the Lantern Parade marked the end of the recreation department’s summer playground program each August. In some years they had thousands of participants who made themed lanterns, walked in the parade, spectated, performed skits, and showcased a flashlight dance. Sheboygan County Museum invites children and families to learn about this community tradition in […]
Due to inclement weather, the Museum hasPOSTPONED the August 18 LANTERN MAKING & PARADEto our rain date - August 25, 2025.From 1935–2011, the Lantern Parade marked the end of the recreation department’s summer playground program each August. In some years they had thousands of participants who made themed lanterns, walked in the parade, spectated, performed […]
Experience the Fur-Trade Era
SOLD OUTTake a one-mile walk to hear and taste the first-hand Sheboygan story of bakery owners Rosa Perez, Rick Navis, and John Johnston. Hear about their passions and sample a sweet at Johnston's Bakery, City Bakery, and Rosa's Bakery food truck near Uptown Parklet. Cost: Members $12/ Public $15Pre-registration is REQUIRED.Children 15 and under must register with an adult.
Object Stories -- Your Stories
Families learn about Wisconsin's FIRST Tree City USA and Wisconsin's FIRST Tree City of the World - SHEBOYGAN! Create land art and cyanotypes together using beautiful fall leaves while reflecting on the magic of the area. Explore the full Museum campus.Drop-in: 4:00pm-6:00pm Cost: Regular Museum admission or Free for MembersAdult (18 – 61) – $10Seniors (62+) and […]
Create and celebrate together
Stories of the season
A gift for the community
Create and celebrate together