Mother's Day at Old World Wisconsin

Moms get FREE admission at check-in for Mother's Day! Old World Wisconsin returns for its 50th season in 2026! Experience the stories of those who left old worlds behind for a new life in Wisconsin. Voted A Top Place to Take Your Kids in the Milwaukee area, Old World Wisconsin is a 600-acre interactive history and nature park dedicated to showcasing the lives of American immigrants and migrants in authentic, detailed beauty. Step into the shoes of a late 1800s blacksmith, homesteader, general store owner, gardener or villager as you try your hand at Old World cooking, crafts, trades, chores and games made for children and grown-ups alike.