Old World Wisconsin

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W372 S9727 Wisconsin 67, Eagle, WI 53119, USA
Added by Jopie, at 30 May 2017

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• Shirley Kuester

  16 April 2018

  Have visited Old World Wisconsin several times. It is not commercialized, but has a gift shop and restaurant. Extremely interesting place to view how our ancestors lived, cooked and dressed. All authentic homes, moved to the area, representing immigrants that settled in Wisconsin. If you love history, this is a must.

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• Rhonda Bodendoerfer

  05 April 2018

  Beautiful that day. Had a informative tour.

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• Steve Greenfield

  10 December 2017

  I like OWW a lot. Get the WI Historical Society family pass. It's $65 if you watch for a deal (85 otherwise). There are many cool things to do in WI for basically the price of gas. OWW would get 5 stars except I wish they'd have more fun and diversity in their presentations.

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• Andrew Greve

  14 October 2017

  A great way to learn about how people lived in the past. You are actually able to participate and perform tasks the way the pioneers would have done. Be sure to get the $5 token so you can get something from the general store.

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• Ted Mall

  30 September 2017

  Great family outing that seeks to recreate mostly European influence in populating Wisconsin. Staff and volunteers in period attire help the visitors learn and enjoy. The day we visited, hogs were being butchered outdoors in one part of the facility for demonstration. If you get tired, trolleys will transport you to different destinations within. On site restaurant and gift shop. If you or your family are sensitive to such things as hogs being slaughtered, read the information on their public demonstrations and avoid the one(s) that are hard on your sensibilities.

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• Julia Fleener

  23 September 2017

  Very neat historical villages. Make sure to bring water bottles. A lot of walking, but have a tram system too. Could use more people showing different tasks throughout. Highlights are the schoolhouse, the blacksmith and general store, and gathering eggs in the German village. Learned a lot. Very kids friendly. Exploring was encouraged. Could use a few more buildings with air conditioning for those that need a break from the heat.

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• Becky Whaley

  10 September 2017

  Wonderful trip back in time to 1860 Wisconsin. Costumed interpreters share info on former residents of the restored buildings. Open shuttles take you to various villages or you may walk the entire area. They have a cafe or bring a picnic lunch, you can return to your car to get it and eat at the big red barn. Lots of hands on opportunies like period games to play, wash clothes and gather eggs. Excellent family activity, but kids are not required.

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• Paul M

  04 September 2017

  This place was fun. Well worth the drive and admission price. The story tellers were great. Getting around on a Tram was a wonderful welcome idea. I learned so much and had a lot of fun. The food available is very high school cafeteriaI would plan to bring my own food next time or eat before you go.

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• Douglas Nelson

  17 July 2017

  What fun! As someone of Norwegian heritage, this place was a treat. The staff is helpful and genuinely glad to see you. This is a great place for children to explore and play.

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• Charles Turner

  15 July 2017

  Excellent historical exhibit. Staff is very friendly and helpful and knowlegeable. Children can have fun experiencing the way their ancesters lived. Several interactive displays. Plan a full day to take in the entire exhibit of historic farms and village.

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• Maddie Bosch

  25 June 2017

  It was amazing, all of the places so you could go, seeing what things were like and actually getting to do them! Me and my sister and brother can't wait to go again!

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• Debbie Bryant

  17 June 2017

  If you have a family, get the pass. It's not much more. Go at the end of summer, then it's good for the following summer since one year expiration. Get two summer visits for two years out of one pass.

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• Rachel Bidwell

  06 June 2017

  It's very clean. The staff are so very nice and helpful. I love listening about our history. I was a chaperone for a field trip.

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