History is a guide to navigation in perilous times. History is who we are and why we are the way we are. ~ David C. McCullough

Live Theatre Program

In partnership with the Lawrence University Theatre Arts program, “Plays on History” will be performed in the galleries throughout the summer. The three short vignettes deliver historical dramas that have shaped the lives of ordinary Wisconsinites. In a quarter of an hour, visitors are able to make a personal connection to history. Suddenly, the objects in our exhibits become less static as they create the context of the story about to be told.  The past takes on a very tangible presence.

Plays on History

Weekdays, June 22nd—Aug. 7th, 11:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. (plays begin on the half hour)
Remember the life and times of Sen. Joseph McCarthy, experience the drama of the Appleton Wire Works strike, and share the fear and isolation caused by the 1955 polio epidemic through three plays performed in the museum’s exhibits. Free with admission. View descriptions and schedule »

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Open Hours

Mon. 10 AM - 4 PM
Tues. 10 AM - 4 PM
Wed. 10 AM - 4 PM
Thurs.10 AM - 8 PM
Fri. 10 AM - 4 PM
Sat: 10 AM - 4 PM
Sun: 12 PM - 4 PM

Closed Sat., July 4th

 

An award-winning exhibit highlighting the History Museum's important collection of performance paraphernalia and historic documents relating to Harry Houdini.

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