The History Museum at the Castle
The History Museum at the Castle, History museum in downtown Appleton, Wisconsin, United States.
The History Museum at the Castle contains exhibits about the Fox River Valley, featuring artifacts, photographs, and documents from the 1840s to present day.
Originally constructed in 1923 as a Masonic Temple, the building was acquired by the Outagamie County Historical Society in 1985 to establish the museum.
The museum maintains exhibits about local figures including Harry Houdini, displaying his personal documents, performance items, handcuffs, locks, and escape tools.
Located at 333 East College Avenue, the museum welcomes visitors from Monday through Sunday between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, except Tuesdays and holidays.
The facility houses a collection of 35,000 historical photographs dating back to 1857, documenting the lives of regional personalities and local developments.
Location: Wisconsin
Inception: 1985
Accessibility: Rolstoeltoegankelijk
Address: 330 E College Ave, Appleton, WI 54911 54911 54911
Opening Hours: Maandag-Zondag 10:00-16:00; Dinsdag off; Feestdagen off
Phone: +(920)7359370
Website: http://myhistorymuseum.org
GPS coordinates: 44.26222,-88.40139
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:03
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