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Historical Essay

Wisconsin Capitols

During its history, Wisconsin has had five capitols. Read a brief chronology and see a timeline.
Historical Essay

Life in Early Madison

Learn about life in early Madison
Historical Essay

Surveying on the Wisconsin Frontier

Learn about the first official government survey of Wisconsin Territory
Historical Essay

October 8, 1871, the Night Peshtigo, Wisconsin, was Destroyed by Fire

Learn about the Peshtigo fire of 1871

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