Citizen Scientists Summer Camp

A week of exciting Wisconsin science full of nature, experimentation and learning starts here!

Myths and Legends: The Journey Begins Summer Camp

SOLD OUT - Unleash your child’s inner explorer while they learn about the infamous cryptids, mysteries, and magic that make Wisconsin folklore special.

National History Day Regional Contest Fee

National History Day Regional Contest

Wade House General Admission

Embark on a carriage ride back to the horse-powered past.

Wade House Timeless Tales Speaker Series

Engage with celebrated authors and historians as they bring stories of Wisconsin culture to life at Wade House.

Hearthside Dinners

Step into Wade House's historic kitchens and whip up some old-fashioned recipes to share in a family-style dinner.

History Sandwiched In Spring 2025

Join historians from around the state to discuss food, architecture, shipwrecks, and much more.

Circus World General Admission

Spend an unforgettable day under the big top at the original home of the Ringling Bros. Circus.

Hidden History of the Capitol Square Walking Tour

Explore the iconic Madison landmark as you learn about the area’s earliest inhabitants and walk in the shoes of our capital’s founders.

Wisconsin Adventures: Dreams & Nightmares

Get your character sheet and pull out your best D20—you're going to need them for this Wisconsin-themed, Dungeons & Dragons adventure.

Black Point General Admission

Take a Lake Geneva cruise to the stately mansion of Chicago Beer Baron Conrad Seipp.

Old World General Admission

Travel back to the past and experience an immersive reconstruction of 19th and early 20th century rural Wisconsin.

Blacksmithing Workshops at Wade House

It's hammer time! Learn from Wade House blacksmiths as you create a custom knife.

Historic Unveiling: Abbot-Downing Stagecoach at Wade House

Join in the festivities as we celebrate the addition of an authentic 150-year-old stagecoach to the Wade House collection.

Stagecoach Saturdays

Ride along on a scenic stagecoach tour of the rolling Wade House grounds.

National History Day State Contest Fee

National History Day State Contest Fee

Remarkable Women at Geneva Lake

Climb aboard for a narrated tour highlighting the captivating lives of the women who helped shape Geneva Lake history.

Circus World 2025 Season Passes

Purchase your Summer 2025 Season Pass to Circus World and save on spectacular sensations, triumphant thrills, goofy giggles and jubilant joy! This pass allows for unlimited entry for General Admission for the pass holder during the summer season.

Wittnebel's Tavern Grand Opening plus General Admission

Raise a Glass to the Past and Present at Wittnebel’s Tavern Opening Celebration!

Homeschool Days at Wade House

Young learners will see horse-powered history come alive before their eyes at Wade House.

Villa Louis General Admission

An 1871 Italianate-style mansion—and National Historic Landmark—awaits.

Villa Louis Grounds Pass

Take a self-guided tour of the historic mansion and National Historic Landmark grounds.

Community Open House

Get exclusive access to the latest Madeline Island Museum exhibit, Passages, at this open house.

Goat Yoga at Old World

Need a breather? We’ve “goat” your back. Hoof it to Old World Wisconsin for a morning of furry friends and relaxation.

H.H. Bennett General Admission

Learn about the photographer who made Wisconsin Dells famous.

Madeline Island Museum General Admission

Travel across Lake Superior and join us as we share the storied history of Madeline Island the largest of the Apostle Islands.

Pendarvis General Admission

Uncover the history of the very first Wisconsin “badgers” and how early 20th century couple Edgar Hellum and Bob Neal saved their stories.

Pendarvis Grounds Pass

Tour the limestone buildings and surrounding hills that housed Wisconsin’s early miners and grew into a 20th century tourist destination.

Prairie Schooner Saturdays

Journey through yesteryear and the rolling Kettle Moraine countryside on a horse-powered Prairie Schooner!

Stonefield General Admission

Witness the rise and evolution of Wisconsin farm life.

Madison Black History Walking Tours

Take a tour of the downtown streets, buildings and neighborhoods shaped by Madison's early Black community.

Nooks and Crannies Tour

Secret rooms, hidden halls and off-limits towers—go where no guest has gone before during this exclusive all-access tour of Black Point Estate.

Goat Yoga at Wade House

Bring your yoga mat for a morning of deep breathing, stretching and giggles as we welcome baby goats to monthly yoga sessions at Wade House.

Hands-On History Workshop: Spinning Wool

From sheep fleece to finished yarns, learn the intricate and beautiful art of spinning wool.

Madison’s LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour

Explore the places and spaces that made Madison a hub of LGBTQ+ rights!

Father's Day at Wade House plus General Admission

The past comes alive—along with horses, history and a petting zoo—during this hands-on weekend for dads and their families.

Beer Barons of Lake Geneva

Step aboard and toast to the stories of beer barons who vacationed and lived along Geneva Lake.

Hands-On History Workshop: Blacksmithing

Strike while the iron’s hot! Feel the heat, sweat and fire of an Old World forge as you hone your blacksmithing skills.

Hands-On History Workshop: Baking and Cooking

Breads and spreads! You “knead” to try this hands-on, historic bread making experience.

Madeline Island Speaker Series

Join a host of distinguished guest speakers on Madeline Island as they discuss scientific, historic and cultural topics all summer long.

Big Woods Adventure Summer Camp

1-day camp for kids ages 6-12. Bring stories to life with a special trip to the Crossroads Village.

Savor the Solstice - A Cocktail and Beer Tasting Adventure

Sip your way through the year’s longest day on the Wade House porch... and in our pop-up Sawmill Saloon.

Makers' Adventure Summer Camp

1-day camp for kids ages 9-12. Let your children explore their inner craftsmanship as they create one-of-a-kind souvenirs.

Behind the Scenes Tour

Meet the couple who saved Pendarvis and hear their fascinating story.

Baron's Gelato Days: A Summer of 40 Flavors

Enjoy world renowned artisanal gelato as you stroll the grounds of the Wade House Historic Site on one of three special sampling days.

An Evening with Agatha Christie

Local historian Chris Brookes brings author Agatha Christie “back to life” for an intimate evening of mystery and conversation.

Behind the Scenes Tour

Take a peek behind the velvet ropes of this stately 1871 Italianate-style mansion, a National Historic Landmark.

Family Adventure Summer Camp

1-day camp for multiple ages. Step into your very own prairie adventure.

History Explorers Summer Camp

4-day camp for teens ages 13-18. Peek into the life of a 19th-century trades apprentice.

Wade House Pizza Nights with Marzano & Fire Drill Pizza Companies

Join us for new and improved pizza nights on three select Thursdays.

Aagimaak: Ash Trees and Lacrosse Sticks with Joseph Gokee Visit plus General Admission

Experience the rich heritage of lacrosse with Bad River Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe Tribal Member Joseph Gokee at the Madeline Island Museum.

Wade House Driving Clinic: Individual Lessons

Learn the art of carriage driving during a hands-on session at the reins.

Wade House Driving Clinic: Learning Audit

Learn the art of carriage driving as you observe drivers taking hands-on sessions at the reins.

Wade House Driving Clinic: Lunch & Learn

Learn the art of carriage driving during engaging lunch & learn session.

Hands-On History Workshop: Ales and Lagers in Old Wisconsin

Step into the shoes of a historic Wisconsin farmhouse beermaker!

Wade House Carriage Driving Days

Enter the elegant world for horse-drawn carriage competition.

The Institute for Victorian Living: The Language of Flowers

Master the Victorians' most thrilling social code, floriography—where a simple bouquet might spark a legendary romance... or ruin a reputation.

Myths and Legends Summer Camp

Unleash your child’s inner explorer while they learn about the infamous cryptids, mysteries, and magic that make Wisconsin folklore special.

Baapaagimaak: Black Ash Tree Basketmaking with April Stone Visit plus General Admission

Join Bad River Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe Tribal Member April Stone as she shares her insights on pursuing black ash craftsmanship in an evolving world.

She Sips & Sails: A Ladies' Brew Adventure

Leave the guys at home! Join this exclusive led-by-women, for-women cruise to Black Point Estate and enjoy a unique opportunity to sip, savor and connect over brewing history.

Circus World Classic Car Show plus General Admission

Start your engines, put the pedal to the metal and cruise on over to Circus World for a classic car show unlike any other.

The Institute for Victorian Living: The Art of Politeness and Grace

Your tea service awaits...and so do society's most dangerous secrets. Step into the world of Victorian etiquette and learn the tricks and rules of the era's most formidable social architects.

Innovation Creation Summer Camp

A place where young innovators can create, ideate and learn during an educational—and exciting—five-day camp experience.

Wagons and Wine

Roll up to a spectacular soirée where circus history meets vineyard delights!

Arts and Crafts Fair

Experience an artisan festival celebrating high-quality handmade works at Wade House.

Wiigwaasaatig: Birchbark Tree Artistry with Nathan Gordon Visit plus General Admission

Join Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe Tribal Member Nathan Gordon for an engaging conversation on cultivating expertise as a birchbark craftsman.

The Institute for Victorian Living: Weddings of Geneva Lake in the Gilded Age

Discover the bold extravagance of Victorian wedding rituals—where fortunes were flaunted, reputations were made and society's finest met in gilded splendor.

Homeschool Days at Old World

Treat your homeschool learner to a unique, up-close history lesson.

Spiritualism in the Victorian Era

Experience the otherworldly thrills and chills of spiritualism during a rare evening event at Black Point Estate and Gardens.

Halloween Legends & Lore

Troves of supernatural tales come to life at this ghoulishly fun—and spectacularly spooky—Halloween event for the whole family. Sponsored by Old World Foundation.

Autumn Celebration Weekend plus General Admission

Explore Wisconsin’s colorful fall traditions during this hands-on event at Wade House.

Poe at the Point

Sail, if you dare, to the parlor of this 1800s lake estate for a spine-chilling night of stories from Edgar Allen Poe.

Perspectives: Who is a Farmer?

Building on Wisconsin’s story as America’s Dairyland, learn the unfolding stories of those currently shaping Wisconsin’s agricultural landscape.

Villa Louis Christmas Tea

Experience a cup of piping hot tea and the magic of a Victorian holiday season at Villa Louis.

Home for the Holidays

Experience the magic of a Victorian holiday season, where cozy shops, homes and cabins offer a beautiful backdrop for wonderful wintry celebrations. Sponsored by Old World Foundation.

A Wade House Christmas

Experience the charm of a 19th-century horse-powered holiday at Wade House.

Gleam & Glow: A 60's Holiday Celebration

Raise a glass to the one and only Wisconsin Evergleam tree at this gleeful pop-up seasonal celebration!