State History
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Lake Mendota’s Ancient Canoes Reveal Secrets of Wisconsin’s Indigenous Past
First Nations members and the Wisconsin Historical Society have been uncovering ancient canoes in Lake Mendota since 2021. The discoveries paint a clearer picture of the region’s Indigenous history.
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What makes Wisconsin ‘America’s Dairyland?’ These quirky laws and regulations could hold the answer
Wisconsin takes pride in being the “America’s Dairyland,” but with that title has come some unique laws and certifications to protect the integrity of the state’s dairy industry.
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Old World Wisconsin brings back Santa as part of an immersive historical holiday program
Within the essence of Old World Wisconsin’s historical realm, you could readily address the jolly old guy in the red suit as St. Nicholas, Father Christmas, Sinterklaas or, mostly simply, Santa.
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The disappearance of La Crosse teen Evelyn Hartley: A deep dive into the case
La Crosse teenager Evelyn Hartley went missing in 1953 while babysitting. Here’s everything you need to know about her unsolved case.
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How to celebrate Native American Heritage Month in Wisconsin
November is National Native American Heritage Month, also known as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. The month was designated by President George W. Bush in 1990. The month celebrates and honors the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples across the nation. RELATED: Casino Revenue, Racism, & the Fight to Simply Be Seen:…
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WI communities committed to honoring history, contributions of immigrants
Amid mass federal anti-immigration sentiment, Wisconsin advocates and communities are committed to honoring the contributions of immigrants to the state through its historical markers program.
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50 years after sinking, the legendary Edmund Fitzgerald still has stories to tell
The Edmund Fitzgerald sank on Nov. 10, 1975 and still has stories to tell.
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A haunted hotel, a ghost ship and the afterlife of a priest — Manitowoc’s tales of the strange and unexplained
MANITOWOC – Tales of mysterious noises in abandoned houses or strange creatures rising out of cold lake waters fascinate folks year-round. But they tend to take on especially spine-tingling excitement during the Halloween season. The Manitowoc area has its share of spooky stories — St. Nazianz even has been called one of the most haunted…
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8 reasons why the Historic Third Ward is MKE’s coolest neighborhood
From its ever-present history to its unbeatable shopping to its opportunities to embrace the outdoors, Third Ward is hands down MKE’s coolest neighborhood.
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11 things to do in Plymouth, the Cheese Capital of the World
Plan your trip to the cheese capital of the world, which happens to be right here in Wisconsin. Here are 11 things to do in Plymouth.
