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Historical Essay

Hmong in Wisconsin

Bries explanation of Hmong communities in Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Third Ward fire (Milwaukee, 1892)

Brief description fo the events surrounding Milwaukee's Third Ward fire of 1892.
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Reformed Churches in Wisconsin

Brief history of the various reformed churches brought to Wisconsin by German and Dutch immigrants.
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Belgians in Wisconsin

Brief history of Belgians in Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Slovenians in Wisconsin

Learn about the Slovenians who settled in cities in the southern and eastern parts of the state in large numbers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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Lithuanians in Wisconsin

Learn about the Lithuanians who emigrated to Wisconsin in the early 20th century and again after World War II.
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Greeks in Wisconsin

Learn about the Greeks immigrants who came to Wisconsin in the early 20th century.
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Wisconsin (oldest cities and towns)

Learn about the oldest cities and towns in Wisconsin which were established by 1836 and still exist today.
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Baptists in Wisconsin

Learn about the Baptist congregations which began organizing in Wisconsin in the 1830s.
Historical Essay

Sheboygan, Wisconsin - A Brief History

Discover historical details and explore our online collections related to Sheboygan, Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Bemis Riddell Chaise Lounge

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Bemis Riddell chaise lounge custom made for the company owner, Albert Bemis, c. 1925 (reupholstered, c. 1940). (Museum Object #1984.319.1A-B)
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20th Century Immigration

The History of Modern Immigration in Wisconsin
Discover the economic and cultural changes that brought new immigrants to Wisconsin in the 20th century.

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