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Apr
Then & Now: 7 Historic Buildings in Washington County, WI

Then & Now: 7 Historic Buildings in Washington County, WI

What if... the espresso bar where you get your morning latte was once a teeming hotel for 19th-century travelers? Or
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31
Mar
From Iron Road to State Trail: Exploring the History of the Eisenbahn Trail

From Iron Road to State Trail: Exploring the History of the Eisenbahn Trail

Picture this: You’re biking along the Eisenbahn State Trail on a cool summer’s night. Light filters through overhead
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25
Mar
Fascinating Research Found During The Plaster Ceiling Project

Fascinating Research Found During The Plaster Ceiling Project

Learning something new everyday is an old adage that really does have truth to it. While working on our most
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24
Mar
Young Entrepreneurs: Teen Summer Entrepreneurship Program

Young Entrepreneurs: Teen Summer Entrepreneurship Program

Hold-up. This isn't just another summer program. Young Entrepreneurs is where ambitious teens gain foundational entrepreneurship skills (the
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17
Mar
Do you Know the Best Times to Visit Historic Sites in Washington County?

Do you Know the Best Times to Visit Historic Sites in Washington County?

Looking for a day trip to explore history during peak seasons? Discover what it means to be a part of
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02
Mar
Lath wall inside the 1865 Frisby-Wagner House in West Bend, WI

Applying Historic Plastering Techniques in the Frisby-Wagner House

The integrity of today’s standing historic buildings is in the handiwork of the craftsmen who came before us. Part
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20
Feb
Irish Heritage Happy Hour

Irish Heritage Happy Hour

March 17th, 5 - 7 pm | 1889 Courthouse | $45 ticket This St. Patrick’s Day, relive the stories and traditions
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10
Feb
2 Cream City Brick Myths That Every Historic Building Owner Needs to Know

2 Cream City Brick Myths That Every Historic Building Owner Needs to Know

If you think that Cream City bricks were made only in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, then we’ve got news for you:
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19
Jan
Entrepreneurs' Edge: Quarterly Networking + Speaker Series for Driven Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs' Edge: Quarterly Networking + Speaker Series for Driven Entrepreneurs

Meet Entrepreneurs' Edge – Networking for driven entrepreneurs that feels like “business book club.” Save your seat for these quarterly
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13
Jan
Member-Exclusive Tours of the 1886 Jailhouse

Member-Exclusive Tours of the 1886 Jailhouse

A Thank You for You, Our Member Hey, member - you’re invited! On the third Friday of each month,
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