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The Wisconsin Historical Museum is located on the Capitol Square and is dedicated to showcasing the history of Wisconsin and general American history through an extensive collection of over 110,000 historical objects and nearly 400,000 archeological artifacts.
Documenting the history of Wisconsin from prehistoric times to the present through a variety of photographic displays, artifacts, audio-visual presentations, and interactive multimedia programs, the museum’s exhibits span four floors and include ‘People of the Woodland’, ‘Frontier Wisconsin’, ‘The Immigrant State’, and ‘Making a Living.’ The museum offers guided and group tours for all ages, as well as field trips and other educational programs for children.
30 N Carroll St, Madison, WI, Phone: 608-264-6555
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