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SUMMARY:Kenosha Shipwrecks
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 5  |  1:30pm – 2:30pm  |  Presented by Brendon Baillod \nThis program is being held in conjunction withy the Kenosha County Archaeological Society \nBrendon Baillod is an award-winning maritime historian based in Madison\, Wisconsin.  He is the current president of the Wisconsin Underwater Archeology Association and the author of Fathoms Deep But Not Forgotten: Wisconsin’s Lost Ships\, a compendium of over 400 Wisconsin shipwrecks.  Brendon is an avid collector of antiquarian Great Lakes books\, maps\, ephemera\, and photos with one of the largest private collections in existence. He continues to look for lost ships on the Great Lakes and conducts regular fieldwork using side scan sonar.  He has appeared on the History Channel\, Discovery Channel\, National Geographic Channel\, and Travel Channel discussing Great Lakes maritime history and shipwrecks.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/shipwrecks-in-kenosha-harbor
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T153000
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Beginning Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 6  |  1:30pm – 3:30pm  |  $20 ($25 for non-members)  |  Instructor: Jean Hoffmann  |  Register Here \nAt this workshop\, attendees will learn the basics of family history research. What’s the difference between genealogy\, ancestry\, and lineage? What does first cousin once removed mean? We’ll discuss the answers to these and other questions\, as well as how to prepare to visit an archive\, choosing a genealogy computer program\, and downloading your genealogy on the Web. Handouts will include a family group sheet and research aids developed by the instructor.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-beginning-genealogy-2
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Wet Felted Tiny Nest with Eggs
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 9  |  6pm – 8pm  |  Instructor: Tiffany Knopow  |  $40 ($50 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nAdd this adorable tiny nest to your springtime decor and learn how to wet felt at the same time! Learn the basics of wet felting in this fun and easy class. No experience is necessary. All supplies included in workshop price. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-wet-felted-tiny-nest-with-eggs
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250213T172515Z
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SUMMARY:Second Friday Lecture: Two Histories Merge at the Underground Railroad: Abolitionists Seth Paine and Harriet Tubman
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 11  |  12pm – 1pm  |  Presented by Nancy Shumm and E. Olivia Darden \nAuthor of The Anointed One\, Nancy Schumm\, and Narrator of the Audiobook\, E. Olivia Darden will present Seth Paine and Harriet Tubman in a new light focusing on Seth’s work on the Midwest Underground Railroad\, black history\, and his collaboration with others in Chicago and Lake Zurich that mirrored the work of Harriett Tubman along the Eastern Seaboard of the United States. While Harriet and others were hard at work in the East\, abolitionists in Chicago assisted freedom seekers escaping from southern states leading them to the Great Lakes and Canada. This program will include readings from the book\, details of the Underground Railroad activity in the Great Lakes\, and the work of Harriett Tubman in the East. \nThe untold story of humanitarian and progressive activist Seth Paine comes to life in the narration of The Anointed One by activist and Harriet Tubman descendant E. Olivia Darden\, Esq. When author and Baltimore resident Nancy Schumm and Darden met\, their common interest in civil rights and humanitarian works inspired them to combine their efforts to promote the historical biography of Lake Zurich founder Seth Paine.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/second-friday-lecture-two-histories-merge-at-the-underground-railroad-abolitionists-seth-paine-and-harriet-tubman
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T153000
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SUMMARY:SPARK!
DESCRIPTION:This monthly program engages participants in lively conversations\, storytelling\, object handling\, and other multi-sensory activities that relate. Space is limited so reservations are appreciated. For more information or to register\, please call 262-653-4432 or send an email to spark@kenosha.org \n\n\nKindness in a Cup of Coffee\nFriday\, March 21  |  2:00pm – 3:30pm  \nNo single item of food or drink meant as much to Civil War soldiers.  They talked about coffee\, wrote about coffee\, and dreamed about coffee.  This SPARK! program describes the different methods Civil War soldiers obtained\, brewed and shared their coffee and how these actions sometimes brought them brief moments of peace\, comfort and kindness. \n\nHardtack and Butter\nThursday*\, April 17  |  2:00pm – 3:30pm \n*The Museum is closed Good Friday\, April 18 \nParticipants will explore the food supplied to Civil War soldiers as well as make butter. \n\nExplore Kenosha’s Harborside Sculpture Walk\nFriday\, May 16  |  2:00pm – 3:30pm  \nParticipants will experience the beautiful lakefront of Lake Michigan to explore the Kenosha Harbor Sculpture Walk\, an art installation featuring 10 inspiring works of art. \n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but pre-registration is required. Email spark@kenosha.org or call 262-653-4432 to register. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/spark-2/2025-04-17
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T203000
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SUMMARY:Fused Glass Workshop: Wind Chime (3-part Wall Hanging)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 17  |  6:00pm – 8:30pm  |  Instructor: Jayne Herring  |  $56 ($70 for non-members)  |  Register Here  \nDesign and create a stunning fused glass wind chime in this hands-on workshop! Learn the basics of glass cutting\, layering\, and fusing as you craft a three-part wall-hanging chime. Customize your design with vibrant colors and patterns to make a unique piece of art that catches both light and sound. No experience necessary. All supplies included in workshop price. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/fused-glass-workshop-wind-chime-3-part-wall-hanging
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Carthage College Lincoln Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Reception\, Dinner and Program with Dr. Joan Waugh  |  Friday\, April 25  |  5pm – 9pm  |  Civil War Museum  |  No Registration Fee \nJoin us at the Civil War Museum for a welcome reception and dinner. Public Reception begins at 5:00pm\, with a dinner at 6:00pm. Following dinner will be a program by Dr. Joan Waugh at 7:00pm. \n\nSaturday\, April 26  |  Carthage College\nRegistration Required; No Registration Fee \nSchedule of Events\nAll programs will be presented at Campbell Student Union Auditorium unless otherwise noted.  \n9:00am  |  Continental Breakfast \n10:00am  |  Robert Colby–Slave Trading in the Civil War South \n11:00am  |  Gary Gallagher–More Important Than Gettysburg: The Seven Days as a Civil War Watershed \n12:00pm  |  Lunch at Todd Wehr Center 128A\, B & C \n1:30pm  |  Justene Edwards \n2:30pm  |  Jon Grinspan \nThis event is in partnership with Carthage College\, The Lincoln Forum\, and the Civil War Museum. Registration is required.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/4th-annual-carthage-college-lincoln-symposium
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T133000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250213T165003Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Watercolor Techniques - II
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, April 28 – May 19  |  10:30am – 1:30pm  |  Instructor: Barbara Farrell  |  $72 ($90 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nDesigned for painters of all skill levels\, come explore the magic of watercolor painting. Each of the four sessions will begin with a demonstration showcasing the technique of the day. Students are instructed on color mixing\, application and removal\, various papers and mediums in a relaxed environment devoted to the students’ personal styles. Subjects include landscapes and still life.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/spring-watercolor-techniques-ii
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T133302Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening: Transparent Watercolor Society of America 49th Annual National Juried Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:May 3\, 2025 – August 3\, 2025 \nRuble and Touhey Gallery \nExperience the brilliance and versatility of watercolor at the 49th Annual National Juried Exhibition presented by the Transparent Watercolor Society of America. This prestigious exhibition showcases the finest in transparent watercolor from artists across the country\, celebrating innovation\, technique\, and creativity in the medium. \nFrom bold landscapes to delicate portraits\, each painting reflects the power and beauty of watercolor at its best. Don’t miss this stunning display of contemporary talent and timeless skill. \n\nGallery Talks\nSunday\, May 4  |  1pm – 2pm  |  Lenox Wallace \nSunday\, June 8  |  1pm – 2pm  |  Jill Witty
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/exhibit-opening-transparent-watercolor-society-of-america-49th-annual-national-juried-exhibition-2
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250509T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250213T172643Z
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SUMMARY:Second Friday Lecture: New Philadelphia\, Illinois: Seven Ways to Freedom
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 9  |  12pm – 1pm  |  Presented by Dr. Kate Williams-McWorter and Dr. Gerald McWorter \nFrom a distance\, New Philadelphia looked like a typical Illinois pioneer town of the mid-1800s. But New Philadelphia was not a typical pioneer town. As travelers got closer\, they would find a small but bustling community where Black and White villagers lived and worked side by side. For formerly enslaved Free Frank McWorter\, the town meant new beginnings and an opportunity to free family members enslaved in Kentucky. New Philadelphia\, which he founded in 1836\, is the first U.S. town platted and registered by an African American. \nGerald McWorter and Kate Williams-McWorter’s presentation will tell the story of this unique central Illinois town from its inception to its recognition at the United States’ 424th National Park in December 2022.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/second-friday-lecture-new-philadelphia-illinois-seven-ways-to-freedom
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T130000
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Air Dry Clay
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, May 10 and 17  |  10:30am -1:00pm  |  Instructor: Kathy Laybourn  |  $70 ($84 for non-members)  |  Register Here  \nLearn the basics of sculpting and crafting with this versatile material. Throughout this two-day workshop\, you’ll explore a variety of techniques to shape and mold your own unique creations. In the second session\, bring your artwork to life by adding color and detail with painting\, giving your clay pieces a whole new dimension. All supplies included in workshop price. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-air-dry-clay
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T143000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Hand Embroidery: Scandinavian Bird
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, May 10 and May 17  |  10:30am – 2:30pm  |  Instructor: Beth Dugan  |  $70 ($84 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nJoin this class to learn basic embroidery stitches or expand your repertoire and create a finished lavender-scented warming pillow. Explore the world of silk embroidery through straight\, outline\, stem\, split stitches\, French Knots\, Satin stitches\, and buttonhole circles. Using a Scandinavian bird design\, we will discuss how to start and layer the stitches. Recommended for age 12 and up. All supplies included in workshop price. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-hand-embroidery-scandinavian-bird
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
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SUMMARY:SPARK!
DESCRIPTION:This monthly program engages participants in lively conversations\, storytelling\, object handling\, and other multi-sensory activities that relate. Space is limited so reservations are appreciated. For more information or to register\, please call 262-653-4432 or send an email to spark@kenosha.org \n\n\nKindness in a Cup of Coffee\nFriday\, March 21  |  2:00pm – 3:30pm  \nNo single item of food or drink meant as much to Civil War soldiers.  They talked about coffee\, wrote about coffee\, and dreamed about coffee.  This SPARK! program describes the different methods Civil War soldiers obtained\, brewed and shared their coffee and how these actions sometimes brought them brief moments of peace\, comfort and kindness. \n\nHardtack and Butter\nThursday*\, April 17  |  2:00pm – 3:30pm \n*The Museum is closed Good Friday\, April 18 \nParticipants will explore the food supplied to Civil War soldiers as well as make butter. \n\nExplore Kenosha’s Harborside Sculpture Walk\nFriday\, May 16  |  2:00pm – 3:30pm  \nParticipants will experience the beautiful lakefront of Lake Michigan to explore the Kenosha Harbor Sculpture Walk\, an art installation featuring 10 inspiring works of art. \n\n\n\n\n\nAll programs are free\, but pre-registration is required. Email spark@kenosha.org or call 262-653-4432 to register. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/spark-2/2025-05-16
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T100000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T140006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T140006Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Tai Chi on the Mezzanine
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, May 19 through June 30*  |  9am – 10am  |  Instructor: Sharry Flaherty  |  $52 ($65 for non-members)  |  Register Here \n*No Class on Memorial Day \nEnjoy the sunshine over the lake as you practice the gentle movements of Tai Chi from the warmth of the museum’s mezzanine. Tai Chi is a slow moving mind and body exercise\, patterned after movements in nature. This class will cover some of the fundamental principles and exercises of Tai Chi\, focusing on balance\, breathing\, and movement\, while relaxing the body and mind. No experience necessary\, wear comfortable clothing for low impact exercise.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/morning-tai-chi-on-the-mezzanine-6
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250213T164748Z
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SUMMARY:Fused Glass Workshop: Plant Markers
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 22  |  6:00pm – 8:30pm  |  Instructor: Jayne Herring  |  $56 ($70 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nAdd a personal touch to your garden with handmade fused glass plant markers! In this workshop\, you’ll learn basic glass-cutting and design techniques to create colorful\, durable markers for your favorite plants and herbs. Customize your pieces with vibrant glass colors and patterns. No experience necessary. All supplies included in workshop price. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/fused-glass-workshop-plant-markers
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T143000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250213T171520Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: The Role of Civil War Engineers
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 31  |  1:00pm – 2:30pm  |  $20 ($25 for non-members)  |  Instructor: Brian Conroy  |  Register Here \nEngineers were a vital part of the military during the Civil War\, helping to move the army and repair infrastructure vital to the war effort. This workshop class will discuss the roles that engineers played\, the equipment that they possessed\, the tools that would have been used\, what they would have built\, and a small project at the end to illustrate what a Civil War engineer’s role was.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-the-role-of-civil-war-engineers
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
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SUMMARY:TWSA Gallery Talk with Jill Witty
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 8  |  1pm – 2pm  | Free
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/twsa-gallery-talk-with-jill-witty
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T140123Z
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SUMMARY:Fused Glass Workshop: Votives
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 12  |  6:00pm – 8:30pm  |  Instructor: Jayne Herring  |  $64 ($80 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nCreate a one-of-a-kind glass votive that adds a warm\, colorful glow to your space! In this hands-on workshop\, you’ll learn the basics of fused glass design and layering techniques to craft your own decorative candle holder. No experience necessary—just bring your creativity! All supplies included in workshop price. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/fused-glass-workshop-votives
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250213T172952Z
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SUMMARY:Second Friday Lecture: The Congdon Brothers and Significant Others: Their Civil War Times
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 13  |  12pm – 1pm  |  Presented by Michael T. Sullivan \nEli\, Hannibal\, and Sylvester were brothers\, farmers\, soldiers\, and friends from Palmyra\, Wisconsin. They were respected for what they did and the American Civil War made them forever friends of the country.  While holding the military rank of private\, the brothers honorably served in Wisconsin military units within the Union Army. They made it home\, partially\, but the home front presented its own family and personal struggles. \nWisconsin Author Michael T. Sullivan’s presentation will introduce you to the Congdon Brothers and their extended families. Their acts rise from browned and fragile pages where they have respectfully remained silent for many years.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/second-friday-lecture-the-congdon-brothers-and-significant-others-their-civil-war-times
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T134234Z
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SUMMARY:Gateway Rose Society Annual Rose Show
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 21  |  12:30pm – 4:30pm  |  Free \nStop and smell the roses at the Gateway Rose Society’s Annual Rose Show! View stunning displays of locally grown roses\, learn more about rose cultivation\, and chat with expert growers. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just love beautiful blooms\, this vibrant showcase is sure to delight.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/gateway-rose-society-annual-rose-show-2
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250213T165753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T143604Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Kintsugi: Japanese Broken Pottery
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 28  |  10am – 12pm  |  Instructor: Mami Takahashi  |  $88 ($110 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nLearn the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold. In this meditative workshop\, start by gluing the pieces back together\, curing the vessel\, and then highlighting the broken seams with powdered 14k gold or silver. Kintsugi is life’s way of saying\, “nobody’s perfect.” The path is not straight. In fact\, your hardest challenges\, deepest wounds\, and greatest fears are actually among the most beautiful\, precious\, and admirable parts of you. All supplies included\, please do not bring your own pottery.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-kintsugi-japanese-broken-pottery
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T204510Z
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SUMMARY:Today’s Army Historians\, the Utilization of Virtual Staff Rides in Leader Development\, and the Battle of Wilson’s Creek
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 28 | 1pm – 2pm | Presented by: Captain Florian L. Waitl\, Command Historian\, The Wisconsin National Guard \nCaptain Florian L. Waitl\, Command Historian of the Wisconsin National Guard\, will demonstrate how today’s military professionals conduct leader development using historical context from a battlefield of the past. CPT Waitl will showcase the digital rendering of the Battle of Wilson’s Creek as it existed in August of 1861. The historic battlefield will come to life\, allowing the audience to study some of the timeless lessons that are as important to today’s military professionals as they were back in 1861. CPT Waitl will specifically focus on some of the insights of the 1st Iowa Infantry during the regiment’s baptism of fire.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/todays-army-historians-the-utilization-of-virtual-staff-rides-in-leader-development-and-the-battle-of-wilsons-creek
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T133000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T141939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T141939Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Summer Watercolor Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, July 7 – August 11  |  10:30am – 1:30pm  |  Instructor: Barbara Farrell  |  $104 ($130 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nDesigned for painters of all skill levels\, come explore the magic of watercolor painting. Each of the four sessions will begin with a demonstration showcasing the technique of the day. Students are instructed on color mixing\, application and removal\, various papers and mediums in a relaxed environment devoted to the students’ personal styles. Subjects include landscapes and still life.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-summer-watercolor-techniques
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T140413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T140413Z
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SUMMARY:Fused Glass Workshop: Round Dish
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 10  |  6:00pm – 8:30pm  |  Instructor: Jayne Herring  |  $84 ($105 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nDesign and create your own vibrant fused glass round dish! In this beginner-friendly workshop\, you’ll experiment with color\, shape\, and texture as you learn the art of glass fusing. Use your finished piece as a decorative accent or functional dish at home. All supplies included in workshop price.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/fused-glass-workshop-round-dish-2
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T152256Z
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SUMMARY:Second Friday Lecture: Spared and Shared: Saving History from the American Civil War
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 11  |  12pm – 1pm  |  Presented by: William Griffing \nWhen William Griffing (“Griff”) retired 15 years ago\, he dedicated himself to the preservation of American history. He uncovered a substantial volume of historical content hidden within letters and diaries from the Civil War era\, much of which remained unpublished and unknown to the public. Most of this material was held by descendants or collectors. Griff will elucidate how he accessed these invaluable sources and made transcriptions accessible to the public through his Spared & Shared websites. He will also discuss how the materials he unearthed culminated in a recently published book on Abraham Lincoln\, featuring contemporaneous accounts of the 16th President that had never been published before. Copies of his book\, A Great and Good Man; Rare\, First-Hand Accounts & Observations of Abraham Lincoln will be available for purchase for those who are interested.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/second-friday-lecture-spared-and-shared-saving-history-from-the-american-civil-war
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T204913Z
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SUMMARY:The U.S. Navy and the American Civil War
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 18  |  12pm – 1pm  |  Presented by: Aaron Rowland\, Management and Program Analyst\, Naval History and Heritage Command \nThe American Civil War was fought in thousands of places\, including on the high seas\, on the coasts\, and in the harbors. The Anaconda Plan of 1861 set in motion events that allowed the Northern armies operating against the south to complete their stranglehold of the Confederacy. As a result\, the American Civil War introduced several modern aspects of warfare including blockading of southern ports\, economic impacts on foreign markets\, introductions of ironclads and submarines\, and riverine warfare creating a lasting legacy on military operations.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/the-u-s-navy-and-the-american-civil-war
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T123000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T142058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T144418Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Summer Acrylic Painting Beginner and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, July 19 – August 9  |  10:30am – 12:30pm  |  Instructor: Kathy Laybourn  |  $80 ($100 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nBe enchanted with texture and color in acrylic paint! Students will learn how to construct a painting by determining basic composition\, blocking in the underlying dark\, middle\, and light values\, and layering color. Students will work from an image of an impressionist painting. This class is perfect for those who are beginners or have previous experience and want to expand their skills in acrylics. A supply list will be sent to students when they sign up.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-summer-acrylic-painting-beginner-and-beyond
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T143000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T205414Z
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SUMMARY:From Sheep to Shawl: A Hands-on Look at Wool Processing
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, July 27  |  1:00pm – 2:30pm  |  Instructor: Jennifer Young  |  Free\, registration required  |  Register Here \nEver curious about how your favorite pair of wool socks\, mittens\, or sweater is made? How exactly does a spinning wheel work? What even is a skein? Join Old World Wisconsin’s Collections and Exhibits Coordinator\, Jennifer Young\, for an interactive experience and in-depth discussion about wool processing\, covering topics like sheep shearing\, washing\, carding\, spinning\, and wool dyeing. How has technology changed the ways we interact with textiles\, and what does this process look like today? This free program is open to families and adults alike with registration required. \nJennifer Young is the Collections and Exhibits Coordinator at Old World Wisconsin. She is responsible for preserving\, collecting\, and sharing stories about historic objects in her work. She has worked in the museum field for 9 years and holds a BA in Public History from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater. In her free time\, Jennifer can be found exploring other museums\, antiquing\, listening to podcasts\, and collecting Little Golden Books.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/from-sheep-to-shawl-a-hands-on-look-at-wool-processing
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T210746Z
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SUMMARY:Civil War Museum Teacher Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 1  |  8am – 4pm  |  $50 per person  |  Register Here \nIncludes Continental breakfast\, catered lunch\, and Professional Development Credits (IL teachers only) \nCalling Middle School\, High School\, and emerging teachers alike! Are you planning on teaching about the Civil War this upcoming school year? Have you ever wondered how a museum field trip can benefit your students? \nJoin the Kenosha Civil War Museum Education Staff and local educators for a Civil War Museum Teacher Seminar that dives into creative and immersive ways to utilize history education resources from your community to your classroom. We’ll start the day with a continental breakfast and an inside look at all the Civil War Museum has to offer for the perfect field trip! Enjoy a chance to network with fellow educators over a catered lunch\, and spend the afternoon listening in on creative ways to engage middle and high school students\, discussions led by local educators. It’ll be a great day learning all about what the Civil War Museum has to offer you and your students! \nProgram Coordinators: \nDoug Dammann\, Civil War Museum Site Coordinator \nDr. Benjamin R. Wellenreiter\, Associate Professor of Middle Level Education at Illinois State University and Executive Director for the Illinois Council for the Social Studies \nChuck Taft\, Executive Director\, Wisconsin Council for the Social Studies and Middle School American Studies Teacher at the University School of Milwaukee \nTyson Mengle\, History Teacher at Harborside Academy \nRegistration closes July 25th.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/civil-war-museum-teacher-seminar
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T150300
CREATED:20250426T141822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T141822Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Seven Step Caned Footstool
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 1  |  9am – 4pm  |  Instructor: Sandy Bulgrin  |  $140 ($175 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nCreate a charming handcrafted footstool and master the art of seven-step caning to bring a stylish touch to your home. The frame\, finished in a light stain\, sets the perfect foundation for 12 caning pegs. By the end of the class\, you’ll have the skills and confidence to tackle your own projects. Bring a lunch or snack to keep energized during this hands-on\, extended class! All supplies included in workshop price.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-seven-step-caned-footstool
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Kenosha Public Museum
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