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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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