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Aug
Historic graffiti in West Bend's 1889 Courthouse

Making a Mark on History: Graffiti inside the 1889 Courthouse Tower

It’s a long way to the top. To take in the view from the tower of the 1889 Courthouse,
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30
Jul
The Story of the 1886 Jailhouse – One of Wisconsin’s Rarest Historic Buildings

The Story of the 1886 Jailhouse – One of Wisconsin’s Rarest Historic Buildings

Standing on the hill of West Bend’s 5th Avenue is a building with more than a century of stories,
6 min read
20
Nov
Early Success, Saving Frisby House's Critical Original Feature

Early Success, Saving Frisby House's Critical Original Feature

Who knew that historic glass reflects light differently than modern glass? Or that the shape of a glazing putty knife
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