Old World Wisconsin Field Trips
Eagle, WI
Old World Wisconsin
Experience the world of Wisconsin’s 18th and 19th century immigrants at Old World Wisconsin. Step into the daily lives of the people who called this home as you help with chores and cooking, try your hand at crafts and trades, and play – yes, even the grown-ups! Lend a hand in the blacksmith shop, say hi to the farm animals, prep spices, process wool, test farm machinery and ride high-wheel tricycles. This is where history comes alive!
Field trips available April–June & September–November, 10am to 3pm
Classic Field Trips
Customize your field trip by choosing from a menu of 1-hour program options at Old World Wisconsin! Schools may sign up for as many programs as fit in their day. Lunch and shopping breaks may be scheduled as needed.
Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM
72 people max per program
Registration Fees
- $7 per program per student
- $5 per program per student economically disadvantaged schools
- $0 per teacher or school staff
- $16 per chaperone over 1:10 adult to student ratio
Pioneer Power
Simple machines made farm life easier. Discover what 19th century “STEM” was like by exploring simple machine models, farm machinery, and everyday household objects.
Historic Pastimes
Not every moment was dedicated to work – there was lots of fun too! Learn about leisure by joining a club, going for a bike ride, and putting on a play.
Kitchen Connections
Explore foodways through hands-on activities in kitchens, such as spice prep and how a wood-burning stove was used. Then step into a bustling General Store to see how food was shipped and purchased.
Apprentice
Step back in time to learn about the role of apprentices in historic trades. We’ll learn about the science and economics of the trades and discover which apprenticeship is right for them: wheelwright, blacksmith, or cobbler.
School Days
Learn firsthand how a one-room school education taught children not only their English ABCs, but also how to be an American as you participate in a class and outdoor recess. Then walk home to a one-room cabin to see how school affected home.
Please note: This program takes place at the Norwegian area of OWW. Schools must take their own transportation to a different gate in order to participate in this program.
Settling In
Why do people travel hundreds of miles to create a new home in Wisconsin? Explore immigration by packing a 19th century trunk, leaning about Norwegian traditional crafts, and encountering the animals that made farm life possible.
Please note: This program takes place at the Norwegian area of OWW. Schools must take their own transportation to a different gate in order to participate in this program.
Make Your Adventure
Create your own field trip during this self-explore program. The whole site is available to schools to travel on their own schedule, with staff waiting at buildings to facilitate activities.
The whole site is available from 10am to 2pm
Make Your Adventure is available select Fridays in the spring
Tram service will be available
Store will be open
There will not be regular food service. Snacks will be available in the Creamery
Registration Fees
$14 per student (ages 6-18)
$16 per adult and senior
$5 children 2-5 years old
$0 children 2 and under
Homeschool Days
Homeschools and students in non-traditional settings have the full site to themselves to explore the trails, gardens, and select historic buildings. Facilitators in period clothing will be available to lead educational activities and make connections to our lives today. Activities are geared towards students age 5 to 18, though guests of all ages are invited to come along.
May 29th, September 11th, 18th, and 25th & October 3 | 10 AM to 3 PM
Registration Fees
- $14 per student (ages 6-18)
- $16 per adult and senior
- $5 children 2-5 years old
- $0 children 2 and under
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Know Before You Go
Old World Wisconsin field trips can take place in indoor and outdoor locations. Please dress for the weather and bring a reusable water bottle. Please let Old World Wisconsin staff know at least one week before your visit of any requested accommodations.
FAQs
Because Old World Wisconsin simulates the rural environment of the 1800s and early 1900s, some historic spaces have limited accessibility. With advance notice, we are able to make more buildings accessible with ramps and staff assistance. If you or someone in your group uses a wheelchair or could use mobility assistance of any kind, please let us know before your program so that we can set up accommodations in advance.
Our programs take place throughout OWW’s 600 acres of nature and historic buildings, giving us ample space for you or your students to take a break. Staff throughout the site are able to offer the best place, indoor or outdoor, for you, depending on the location.
We have private spaces throughout the site, depending on when and where you or a student need one. Most of our buildings are locked when not in use, so if you know the schedule of when someone in your group needs a private space, and what they need in that space (outlet, microwave, bathroom, etc.) please let us know in advance so we can find the best space based off your group’s schedule.
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Email UsContact the Site
W372 S9727 Hwy 67
Eagle, WI 53119
(262) 594-6301
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Last Updated: September 9, 2026
