Join us in welcoming The Way We Worked, a Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit, to Sheboygan County. The Way We Worked explores how work became such a central element in American culture by tracing the many changes that affected the workforce and work environments over the past 150 years. The diversity of the American workforce is one […]
The Pioneer Olympics and Mini Lantern Parade - CANCELED IMPORTANT Programming Update Due to the major unexpected weather changes today, we are forced to cancel the Pioneer Olympics and Mini Lantern Parade at the Sheboygan County Historical Museum. This is very disappointing but it is the safest option with high potential for lighting and thunderstorms […]
Announcing our 2021 Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series! Join us outside the Sheboygan County Historical Museum for a FREE outdoor movie in front of the 1864 Weinhold Log Cabin. Bring a blanket or chairs, grab some bug spray, and don't forget the family! - August Featured Film: "Newsies" (1992) starring Christian Bale. - - Come […]
Join us for our Annual History Hill Music Fest, Saturday, September 11, 12pm - 5pm! Bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy free live music from various bands performing throughout the day on the front porch of the Weinhold Log Cabin. This family friendly event offers children’s activities and free admission to the Sheboygan […]
Children's Mini Lantern Parade Rescheduled after the Pioneer Olympics were cancelled on August 7. That's right, this popular Sheboygan tradition is making a small comeback! Lanterns from the final parade on August 9, 2011. Join the Sheboygan County Historical Museum for a Children's Mini Lantern Parade through Taylor Park! Free Paper Bag Lantern Kits are […]
An Evening with Martha Nause Join the Sheboygan County Historical Museum for An Evening with Martha Nause, as we celebrate the Ryder Cup happening right here at Whistling Straits! Discover what made this Sheboygan native an LPGA champion and hear about her golf tour experience. We are excited to welcome Martha home to Sheboygan and […]
The Sheboygan area has a rich history of work and workplace organizing. Over the 20th Century, workers in the area were at the center of some of the nation’s most prominent economic and political conflicts. Using the case study of United Auto Workers Local 833 and the Kohler plant, labor historian Jon Shelton will chronicle […]
Mystery at the Museum: Trick or Treat at the Sheboygan County Historical Museum Spooky Season is coming soon! That means it's time to start planning your costumes so you can join us at the Sheboygan County Historical Museum for "Mystery at the Museum: Trick or Treat!" Friday, October 15, 6pm - 8pm, bring the whole […]
Holiday Memories Happy Hour Join the Sheboygan County Historical Museum for a cup of good cheer and a behind the scenes experience of Holiday Memories to kick off your holiday season! Tuesday, November 23, 4pm - 6pm ~ Adult Holiday Beverages ~ Learn about the history of the Holiday Memories display and its roots to […]
Celebrate the Holidays with the Museum! Join us for Holiday Memories 2021 as we celebrate HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! Rooted in the Museum's collection of animated characters from the windows of the H.C. Prange Company and Boston store, Holiday Memories offers a multi-generation walk down Memory Lane with activities for all - ages 0 to 100. In addition to […]
