Events

Model Railroad Open House

Join the fun as the model railroad group celebrates the wonderful hobby of model railroading. Not only will the model railroad's trains be running, but they will be running additional layouts in different scales.

Free

From Then to Now: Ancestral Ties in Oconomowoc

Join our Museum Assistant and two volunteers as they share how they researched their family histories and discovered that, 150 years ago, their ancestors were all living in Oconomowoc at the same time. Through their stories, learn how genealogy connects the past and present and how personal research can illuminate the broader history of our […]

Oconomowoc Women Who Made a Difference

Join us for an inspiring program highlighting four remarkable women who shaped Oconomowoc’s history: Lavinia Rockwell, Grace Jones, Mary Newnham, and Mary Cole. Education volunteers and frequent presenters Barb Elwood-Goetsch and Jolayne Lindberg will share stories of leadership, service, and impact that continue to resonate today. This program is open to the public. Historical society […]

Behind the Exhibit: Creating “The History of Oconomowoc in 150 Objects”

Join the team behind "The History of Oconomowoc in 150 Objects" for an inside look at how this museum-wide exhibit came together. Museum staff and volunteers will share how artifacts were selected, the stories that guided the exhibit’s design, and the lessons learned along the way. This moderated panel discussion offers a behind-the-scenes perspective on […]

History as Art III

In collaboration with Oconomowoc High School, we are proud to present "History as Art III." By combining the artistic talents of Oconomowoc High School students with the rich historical resources of the Oconomowoc Historical Society, this project will blend history and artistic interpretation into compelling works of art. Creations will be displayed in the museum […]