Walworth County Historical Society

Walworth County Historical Society The Webster House Museum is located a 9 E. Rockwell St. Elkhorn. The History Center, including The Doris M. Broad St. Elkhorn, WI. or by appointment.

Reinke Research Center, Veterans Museum, Genealogy Center, and The Paul and Katharine Schmidt Library are located at 9 S. The Walworth County Historical Society, headquartered in Elkhorn, Wis., the county seat, is a non-profit organization aimed at preserving the area's past and educating the public. Company Overview:

Headed by a Board of Directors, the historical society operates the Webster Hou

se Museum, a well maintained white clapboard house, containing Civil War and Victorian period items. The organization also opens its Veteran's Museum for tours & Doris Reinke Research Center to the public for research, in addition to other small, historic buildings. Museum tours take place Wednesday through Saturday, May - October
from 1-5 p.m. Call (262) 723-7848 for more information.

The Walworth County Fair is full swing!!! Come visit the book sale fundraiser, Blooming Prairie Schoolhouse, and Sharon...
09/02/2026

The Walworth County Fair is full swing!!! Come visit the book sale fundraiser, Blooming Prairie Schoolhouse, and Sharon Town Hall. See you at the Walworth County Fairgrounds

Fair time is fast approaching...We're seeking volunteers to show off our historic Blooming Praire School House within th...
08/21/2026

Fair time is fast approaching...
We're seeking volunteers to show off our historic Blooming Praire School House within the fairgrounds. It's easy and fun, too! Contact us for more information.
Walworth County Historical Society

You can help fill the Time Capsule!
08/21/2026

You can help fill the Time Capsule!

Walworth County is building a community Time Capsule for America’s 250th anniversary — and we need your help!

We’re collecting meaningful items from 2026 that capture today’s life in our towns, villages, schools, farms, businesses, and neighborhoods. Think of the stories, objects, and everyday moments you want future residents to discover 50 years from now.

Suggested items:
• Photos of local life, key landmarks, or parks
• Local postcards
• Letters or messages to the future from residents of all ages
• Local event posters, programs, or maps
• School newsletters or student art
• School mascots or decals
• Small artifacts representing our culture, values, and daily life

⭐ About the Time Capsule
The time capsule, a 40-liter (10.6-gallon) stainless-steel milk can, was chosen for its distinctly Midwestern charm, sturdiness, and size. The milk can is made of heavy-gauge stainless steel, is dent-resistant, and has an airtight sealed lid to help preserve time capsule items.

➡️Deadlines & How to Donate
The deadline to donate: October 1, 2026. Complete a donation form and find additional information at https://walcohistory.org. Or contact the Walworth County Historical Society at 262‑723‑7848 or [email protected].

Let’s honor the past, celebrate the present, and leave a legacy for tomorrow.
Join us in shaping Walworth County’s story for America 250!

Yes we will be having the book sale fundraiser again this year at the Walworth County Fair! Your support of this event ...
08/20/2026

Yes we will be having the book sale fundraiser again this year at the Walworth County Fair! Your support of this event helps us to share Walworth County's rich history with our community. See you at the Walworth County Fairgrounds!

08/18/2026
Celebrate your Heritage
06/06/2026

Celebrate your Heritage

Thanks to the students, teachers, and parents of West Side Elementary School for visiting us today!
05/21/2026

Thanks to the students, teachers, and parents of West Side Elementary School for visiting us today!

Address

P. O. Box 273 9 S. Broad Street
Elkhorn, WI
53121

Opening Hours

Wednesday 1pm - 4pm
Thursday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+12627237848

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