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Magician and escape artist Harry Houdini hailed from Appleton.

 

Wisconsin Historical Museum


Details

Three floors of permanent exhibits document Wisconsin history from prehistoric times to the present day. Exhibits encompass the history of Wisconsin's Native Americans, European immigrants, agriculture, mining, lumbering, industry, tourism and political history. Changing exhibits provide a venue for the exploration of other themes in state history.


Address

30 N. Carroll St
Madison, WI 53703


Contact Information

Voice: 608-264-6555
Email: museum@wisconsinhistory.org

Amenities and Services All Interests
Directions from Nearest Town/Intersection

Located directly across from Wisconsin's State Capitol on Madison's Capitol Square.

Disabled Access
Hours of Operation

9am-4pm Tuesday through Saturday. Closed Sunday and Monday.


History & Heritage
Type
European Heritage / Early Industry / Military Heritage / Native American Heritage / Transportation Heritage / Wisconsin History

Museums & Galleries
Type
Traditional

Shopping
Type
Specialty Shops