The Great Lakes’ frigid fresh water used to keep shipwrecks so well preserved that divers could see dishes in the cupboards. Today, an invasive mussel species is destroying centuries of history–forcing historians, archeologists, and divers into a race against time.
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture, and education.
Have you ever driven past a Wisconsin town and chuckled at its risqué name? The state has several that are blush-worthy, with unique backstories behind them.
Cabins, homes, military compounds, and outhouses, oh my! The oldest buildings in Wisconsin date back to the 1700s and run the entire utility gamut.
To learn from each other’s cultures, promote cross-cultural exchange, and support other communities, Madison has 10 different sister cities all over the globe.
From cozy mysteries set in small towns to big city adventures, these 12 books set in Wisconsin belong on your reading list.
On January 17, 1920, Prohibition took effect, banning the sale of alcohol across America. As you can expect, that didn’t go over particularly well here in Wisconsin, but a Badger State bar owner found a clever way to get around it.
Here’s how the Great Lakes bring Wisconsin swaths of snow every single winter (and which Wisconsin areas receive the most). It’s called the lake effect.
The history of Madison reveals how a frontier settlement between two lakes grew into Wisconsin's vibrant capital and cultural hub.
Milwaukee is no stranger to ghost stories and paranormal sightings – we rounded up five of the city’s most haunted locations and the eerie stories behind them.
