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Historical Essay

Women's History in Wisconsin

Provides a comprehensive summary of women's history in Wisconsin and contains primary sources from the 16th century to the early 21st century.
Historical Essay

Hooper, Jessie Annette Jack [Mrs. Ben Hooper] (1865-1935)

Suffragist and Lecturer
Biography of Jessie Annette Jack Hooper, prominent suffragist in Wisconsin civic reform groups and women's organizations.
Historical Essay

Oshkosh, Wisconsin - A Brief History

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

19th-Century Immigration and Growth

A Short History of Wisconsin
Read about immigration and economic growth in 19th-century Wisconsin.
Historical Essay

Mears, Helen Farnsworth (1872-1916)

Brief biography of Helen Farnsworth Mears, the sculptress whose nine-foot statue, "Genius of Wisconsin," now stands in the WI state capitol.
Historical Essay

Original Model Barbie Doll

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Barbie doll purchased in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, c. 1961. (Museum object #1972.17.10)

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