August 2020
Annual Arts & Crafts Fair
Artisans and craftspeople from across Wisconsin come to Wade House to display and sell their wares at one of the most longstanding fairs of its kind in eastern Wisconsin. There is something for everyone at this lively family event on the tree-lined grounds of the Wade House Historic Site. Some of the regions' best artists and craftsmen will exhibit at this fair and employ a variety of mediums including painting, sculpture, ceramics, mixed media, printmaking, jewelry, fiber art, glass, wood,…
Find out more »September 2020
Civil War Weekend
Celebrate the end of the Civil War with our sesquicentennial commemoration at Wade House. Experience the largest Civil War re-enactment and encampment in Wisconsin, visit President Abraham Lincoln, listen to music of the Civil War era, and enjoy many other activities. This year's event will commemorate Appomattox and feature an authentic skirmish and battle each day.
Find out more »October 2020
Autumn Celebration
This October, explore 19th-century traditions at the Wade House Autumn Celebration. Wisconsin has a lot of unique traditions to explore, especially around the end of the harvest season and the Autumn Celebration is a way for guests to learn about these first-hand as they participate in fun activities throughout the weekend. Visitors will get to carve a North American jack-o-lantern (using pumpkins) or a traditional Irish jack-o-lantern using turnips, dip their own candles, experience the dying of sheep wool using…
Find out more »December 2020
A Wade House Christmas
Experience a 1860s Christmas celebration, including American and German traditions, at Wade House. Activities include music from local and high school groups, cookie decorating, period crafts and games, and more!
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