Discover Your Community History
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From Ashland to Wisconsin Dells, research your community's history in our collections or connect with local historical societies and historic sites near you.
Dig Deeper: More Research Resources
- Area Research Center Network
Area Research Centers across the state make available historical collections particular to the local area. - Visiting the Library and Archives
The Library and Archives at the Wisconsin Historical Society are accessible online and in person. - Wisconsin Local History and Biography Articles Collection
Search 16,000 historical newspaper articles on notable Wisconsin people and communities.
Local Historical Societies
Volunteers in many Wisconsin communities are actively collecting and preserving local history.
- About the Local History Outreach Program
Read about the Society's Local History Outreach Program and find helpful resources. - Resources for Local Historical Societies
Find helpful resources for local historical societies and heritage organizations. - Local Historical Affiliate Directory
Find contact information for the local historical societies and museums affiliated with the Wisconsin Historical Society. - Local History Site Finder
View Wisconsin Historical Society affiliates on a map using the Local History Site Finder, courtesy of the Wisconsin Council for Local History. - Wisconsin State Historical Markers
Find out more about Wisconsin's nearly 600 state historical markers and how you can find them.
Events and Training
- Local History Webinars
See upcoming training programs for local historians and browse our past presentations. - Local History Regional Meetings
Join us for hands-on training, networking, and updates on regional and statewide activities. - Local History-Historic Preservation Conference
October 13-14, 2022
Rothschild, WI and Online - Historic Preservation Commission Training
Explore this in-depth online training for preservation commissioners.