Kewaskum’s Historic Main Street in 7 Photos
Over a century ago, Washington County’s early settlers came to Kewaskum to sell farm goods, stock up on supplies,
Remembering The Kissel Car Company: The Rise of Wisconsin’s Early Automaker
Washington County was home to the highly innovative and reputable Kissel Car Company, originally spelled ‘Kissel Kar’ for the Kissel
A Little Deja-Brew; The History of the West Bend Brewing Company
While demolition of the West Bend Brewery has left local history enthusiasts more salty than malty, especially since it is
Things You “Dough-nut” Know About the Old Slinger Bakery
There’s nothing like biting into a freshly glazed doughnut on a Saturday morning or slathering a slice of scratch-
Victorian Painter’s Tools & Techniques: Color Schemes, Brushes, and Pigments Explained
Victorian-era painters relied on unique tools, pigments, and color systems that continue to influence historic home preservation today. Understanding
Historic Washington House of West Bend: The Everlasting Gathering Place
The Historic Washington House in West Bend, Wisconsin, is one of the city’s oldest surviving business buildings. Built in
