Outreach Programs
Connecting 72 Counties
The Local History Outreach Team supports programs that bring Wisconsin history to all 72 counties statewide. Through traveling displays, engaging speakers, conference opportunities, and more, find ways to engage with history in communities near you.
How will you bring history to your corner of the state?
Commemorating 250 Years of History
Find 250th events and programs plus helpful publications and other resources for members of the public, educators, or local history affiliates.
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History Makers Tour
The Wisconsin History Makers Tour brings history directly to local communities in every region of the state through pop-up exhibits, artifact displays, public programs, art installations, and other activities.
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Share Wisconsin history with your community!
Calling schools, civic organizations, and community groups! The Wisconsin Historical Society has displays made just for you!
James Madison Lecture Series
Learn about our annual lecture series on early American history, inviting national speakers to offer fresh perspectives.
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Local History Webinars
Watch webinars on a variety of topics related to organizational management, collections care, interpretation, and more.
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Speakers Bureau
Invite historians, authors, and experts to visit your community and share the stories of our great state.
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March On, Milwaukee
Learn about our ongoing partnership with March On, Milwaukee to commemorate the fair housing movement.
Learn More
Local History & Historic Preservation Conference
The 2026 Local History & Historic Preservation Conference welcomes you to the Milwaukee Hyatt Regency for our 20th annual conference!
Doing History
Looking Forward from 250
Celebrating 20 Years of Conference Connections
Oct 14 – Oct 16, 2026
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