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SUMMARY:Second Friday Lecture: How the Great Lakes Caused the Civil War
DESCRIPTION:The Civil War was won\, and the American Republic was saved because of the remarkable contributions of men\, supplies\, and leaders provided by the states of the Great Lakes region. These are the states that created the Republican Party. Something more than slavery was behind their deep resentment of the Confederacy. Join us for a program detailing how navigation issues exasperated sectional relations in the years before the war and how Union victory transformed our region. \nTheodore Karamanski (Loyola University Chicago\, Ph.D.\, 1979; B.A.\, 1975) is a Professor Emeritus of History at Loyola University Chicago where he has taught courses in American Indian history\, the Civil War\, and public history. Karamanski has been a leading national voice in the promotion of American and public history for more than three decades.  He was the founder and later director of Loyola’s Public History Program as well as a prolific author in the fields of American Indian\, Great Lakes\, Civil War\, and nineteenth-century American history.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/second-friday-lecture-how-the-great-lakes-caused-the-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:20260408T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20250825T181549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T181549Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Munchkins
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday Morning  |  9:30am – 10:00am  |  Free \nJoin Mr. Nick for songs\, stories\, and activities designed to get you and your preschooler excited about natural science and the world around us. Every week we learn together about a new animal\, so there’s ALWAYS something new to discover\, for kids and adults alike! \nNo registration is required. Intended for ages 0-3. \nMuseum Munchkins will not take place Wednesday\, December 24 or Wednesday\, December 31. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/museum-munchkins-7/2026-04-08
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20260330T172123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T172123Z
UID:10002715-1775383200-1775408400@museums.kenosha.org
SUMMARY:Museums Closed Easter Sunday
DESCRIPTION:The Kenosha Public Museum\, Civil War Museum\, and Dinosaur Discovery Museum will be closed on Sunday\, April 5 in observance of Easter.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/museums-closed-easter-sunday
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20260330T172019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T172019Z
UID:10002714-1775210400-1775235600@museums.kenosha.org
SUMMARY:Museums Closed Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:The Kenosha Public Museum\, Civil War Museum\, and Dinosaur Discovery Museum will be closed on Friday\, April 3 in observance of Good Friday.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/museums-closed-good-friday
LOCATION:Dinosaur Discovery Museum\, 5608 10th Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20250825T181549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T181549Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Munchkins
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday Morning  |  9:30am – 10:00am  |  Free \nJoin Mr. Nick for songs\, stories\, and activities designed to get you and your preschooler excited about natural science and the world around us. Every week we learn together about a new animal\, so there’s ALWAYS something new to discover\, for kids and adults alike! \nNo registration is required. Intended for ages 0-3. \nMuseum Munchkins will not take place Wednesday\, December 24 or Wednesday\, December 31. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/museum-munchkins-7/2026-04-01
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20250825T181549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T181549Z
UID:10002187-1774431000-1774432800@museums.kenosha.org
SUMMARY:Museum Munchkins
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday Morning  |  9:30am – 10:00am  |  Free \nJoin Mr. Nick for songs\, stories\, and activities designed to get you and your preschooler excited about natural science and the world around us. Every week we learn together about a new animal\, so there’s ALWAYS something new to discover\, for kids and adults alike! \nNo registration is required. Intended for ages 0-3. \nMuseum Munchkins will not take place Wednesday\, December 24 or Wednesday\, December 31. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/museum-munchkins-7/2026-03-25
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T161522Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Golden Wire Wrapped Jewelry Set
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 21  |  10:30am – 12:30pm  |  Instructor: Tiffany Knowpow\, MFA  |  $44 ($55 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nGive your jewelry-making skills a glow up as you learn how to wrap and create shapes with golden wire and colorful beads. You will learn how to make a wire-wrapped leaf pendant necklace as well as a pair of earrings in this 1.5-hour class. All supplies are included\, no experience is necessary.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-golden-wire-wrapped-jewelry-set
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:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T154017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T162414Z
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SUMMARY:Women in STEM - Postponed
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 21   \nThis event has been postponed to a later date
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/women-in-stem-2
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20260210T224911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T224911Z
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SUMMARY:Artsy Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Intended for ages 6-10. There is no cost to participate\, but registration is strongly encouraged to ensure enough supplies for all participants. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the duration of the program. \nMarch 20: Tiny Treasure Boxes |  Register Here \nApril 24: Felt and Button Flowers |  Register Here \nMay 15: Air Dry Clay | Register Here
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/artsy-afternoon-2/2026-03-20
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T174330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T174330Z
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SUMMARY:SPARK! Colorful Collages
DESCRIPTION:SPARK! programs are designed for people in the early-to-mid stages of memory loss to visit with their family and care partners. \nThis 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 \nFriday\, March 20 \nOur group will use colorful shapes to create designs on paper\, picture frames\, and more.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/spark-colorful-collages
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:20260318T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20250825T181549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T181549Z
UID:10002186-1773826200-1773828000@museums.kenosha.org
SUMMARY:Museum Munchkins
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday Morning  |  9:30am – 10:00am  |  Free \nJoin Mr. Nick for songs\, stories\, and activities designed to get you and your preschooler excited about natural science and the world around us. Every week we learn together about a new animal\, so there’s ALWAYS something new to discover\, for kids and adults alike! \nNo registration is required. Intended for ages 0-3. \nMuseum Munchkins will not take place Wednesday\, December 24 or Wednesday\, December 31. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/museum-munchkins-7/2026-03-18
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20260210T223507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T223507Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Watercolor Techniques I
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, March 16 – April 13  |  10:30am – 1:30pm  |  Instructor: Barbara Farrell  |  $92 ($115 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-i-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:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20260212T163445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T163445Z
UID:10002712-1773482400-1773507600@museums.kenosha.org
SUMMARY:Exhibition Opening - 54th KUSD Districtwide Student Art Show
DESCRIPTION:March 14\, 2026 – April 19\, 2026 \nRuble Gallery and Touhey Gallery
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/exhibition-opening-54th-kusd-districtwide-student-art-show
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T173623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T173623Z
UID:10002283-1773403200-1773406800@museums.kenosha.org
SUMMARY:Second Friday Lecture: From Camp Douglas to Vicksburg: The Civil War Letters of William J. Kennedy\, 55th Illinois Infantry\, 1861-1863
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, March 13  |  12pm – 1pm  |  Presented by: Rachel Mellon \nDuring her program\, Rachael Mellen will discuss the new book that she and Dave Powell edited which is titled From Camp Douglas to Vicksburg: The Civil War Letters of William J. Kennedy\, 55th Illinois Infantry\, 1861-1863. In August 1861 William Kennedy was a harness-maker living in LaSalle\, Illinois. Married with four young children\, he volunteered to recruit a company in response to Lincoln’s call for more troops. During the next two years\, he saw action at Shiloh\, Corinth\, Chickasaw Bayou\, and finally the Siege of Vicksburg. Observant\, patriotic and sometimes cynical\, Kennedy’s letters give us an intriguing picture of how people of the North really experienced the war. \nMellen and Powell used their expertise to sift through genealogical records\, histories of the war\, and other regimental accounts to flesh out the people\, places\, and events that can now be shared with everyone. These documents have brought William Kennedy and his family back to life for their 21st-century relatives and a wider audience. \nRachael is a teacher\, writer\, genealogist\, and historian. Educated at the University of London (UK)\, she earned a Master’s in Humanities from California State University Dominguez Hills. She lives in Peru\, Illinois\, and is thrilled to share the story of William Kennedy with you.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/second-friday-lecture-from-camp-douglas-to-vicksburg-the-civil-war-letters-of-william-j-kennedy-55th-illinois-infantry-1861-1863
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:20260312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20260210T222846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222846Z
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SUMMARY:Fused Glass Workshop: Votive or Lantern
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 12  |  6:00pm – 8:30pm  |  Instructor: Jayne Herring  |  $60 ($75 for non-members)*  |  Register Here \nCreate a glowing work of art in this hands-on fused glass workshop. Participants will design either a colorful glass votive or a small lantern\, choosing their project at the time of registration. Using pre-cut glass pieces\, you’ll experiment with color\, shape\, and texture to create a one-of-a-kind piece that shines when lit. \nNo prior glass experience is required. All materials and instruction are provided. Finished pieces will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup at a later date. \n*An additional $12 supply fee will be required for lantern
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/fused-glass-workshop-votive-or-lantern
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:20260311T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20250825T181549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T181549Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Munchkins
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday Morning  |  9:30am – 10:00am  |  Free \nJoin Mr. Nick for songs\, stories\, and activities designed to get you and your preschooler excited about natural science and the world around us. Every week we learn together about a new animal\, so there’s ALWAYS something new to discover\, for kids and adults alike! \nNo registration is required. Intended for ages 0-3. \nMuseum Munchkins will not take place Wednesday\, December 24 or Wednesday\, December 31. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/museum-munchkins-7/2026-03-11
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T171959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T171959Z
UID:10002277-1772973000-1772985600@museums.kenosha.org
SUMMARY:History in Bloom
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 8  |  12:30pm – 4:00pm  |  Performance by: Leslie Goddard\, PhD  |  Free\, registration required  |  Register Here \nCelebrate the remarkable history of women and the legacies they pave today at this free\, community event at the Kenosha Civil War Museum! Immerse yourself in the Victorian Language of Flowers as you build your own mini-bouquet (courtesy of Howland Flowers) to take home and learn the Language of the Fan in the Resource Center. Peruse a mini vendor market highlighting local\, women-owned businesses and treat yourself to an antipasto grazing station (courtesy of Bell’Assai Bistro). \nAt 2:00pm\, attendees can attend a first-person performance of Abigail Adams by actress and historian\, Leslie Goddard. \nThis event is family-friendly and is open to all. Crafts\, flower bouquets\, and snacks will be as supplies last. \nThank you to the Kenosha Community Foundation for helping this event come to life\, and to our partners: Howland Flowers and Bell’Assai Bistro.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/history-in-bloom
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civil War Museum,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T153813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T153813Z
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SUMMARY:Kohl's Wild Theater: Leona Lionheart Saves the World!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 7  |  1pm – 2pm  |  Free \nPresented at no cost by the Friends of the Museum \nOn Earth Day\, 10-year-old Leona skips a class field trip only to be swept into an unforgettable journey through her imagination! Guided by magical narrators\, Leona meets three real-life female conservation heroes. As she explores nature\, science\, and courage across time and continents\, Leona discovers how imagination can lead to real-world change. Leona Lionheart is a joyful celebration of environmentalism\, empowerment\, and curiosity: and a reminder that every person has the power to shape the world around us. \nBook by Zach Thomas Woods\, music and lyrics by Matt Zembrowski \nBased on “Out of School and Into Nature: The Anna Comstock Story\,” “Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean’s Most Fearless Scientist\,” and “Wangari’s Trees of Peace: A True Story from Africa.”
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/kohls-wild-theater-leona-lionheart-saves-the-world
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20250825T181549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T181549Z
UID:10002184-1772616600-1772618400@museums.kenosha.org
SUMMARY:Museum Munchkins
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday Morning  |  9:30am – 10:00am  |  Free \nJoin Mr. Nick for songs\, stories\, and activities designed to get you and your preschooler excited about natural science and the world around us. Every week we learn together about a new animal\, so there’s ALWAYS something new to discover\, for kids and adults alike! \nNo registration is required. Intended for ages 0-3. \nMuseum Munchkins will not take place Wednesday\, December 24 or Wednesday\, December 31. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/museum-munchkins-7/2026-03-04
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20260212T163211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T163211Z
UID:10002711-1772366400-1772384400@museums.kenosha.org
SUMMARY:The World of Sharks - Closing Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Older than dinosaurs—and more threatened than threatening—sharks are spectacular\, surprising\, and often misunderstood. Dive into the world of this amazingly diverse group of animals in the new exhibition\, The World of Sharks. Closes March 1!
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/the-world-of-sharks-closing-weekend
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T161139Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Wet Felt Soap
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 26  |  6pm – 8pm  |  Instructor: Tiffany Knowpow\, MFA  |  $44 ($55 for non-members)  |  Register Here \nComplete the winter hygge and cover your soap in a warm woolly sweater! Learn the basics of wet felting while making a cute gift or a lovely addition to your powder room. No experience necessary\, all supplies are included. You will make 2 bars of soap.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/workshop-wet-felt-soap
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:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T172725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T172725Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Book Club: James by Percival Everett
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 26  |  12pm – 1pm  |  Discussion led by: Emily Mentzel  |  Free\, registration appreciated  |  Register Here \nTackle your 2026 reading goals at the Civil War Museum and register for Museum Book Club! The Civil War Museum is hosting an America 250th themed book club\, reading works of fiction and non-fiction that touch on the American Revolution\, the Civil War and enslavement\, and the modern legacy of enslavement with us today. \nParticipants are encouraged to read the work before they attend the book club meeting in order to participate and engage in lively and thought-provoking discussions. Participants can purchase books from Kenosha’s Blue House Books. Be sure to “enter” or mention the promo code CWM2026 to get 10% off your purchase for the book we are reading!  \nJames by Percival Everett \nWhen the enslaved Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans\, separated from his wife and daughter forever\, he decides to hide on nearby Jackson Island until he can formulate a plan. Meanwhile\, Huck Finn has faked his own death to escape his violent father\, who recently returned to town. As all readers of American literature know\, thus begins the dangerous and transcendent journey by raft down by the Mississippi River toward the elusive and too-often-unreliable promise of the Free States and beyond. Fans of Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn will enjoy reading this thought-provoking take on a well-known story.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/museum-book-club-james-by-percival-everett
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civil War Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20250825T181549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T181549Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Munchkins
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday Morning  |  9:30am – 10:00am  |  Free \nJoin Mr. Nick for songs\, stories\, and activities designed to get you and your preschooler excited about natural science and the world around us. Every week we learn together about a new animal\, so there’s ALWAYS something new to discover\, for kids and adults alike! \nNo registration is required. Intended for ages 0-3. \nMuseum Munchkins will not take place Wednesday\, December 24 or Wednesday\, December 31. 
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/museum-munchkins-7/2026-02-25
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T171418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T171418Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Military Gaming
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 21  |  10am – 4pm \nSunday\, February 22  |  12pm – 3pm  \nThe Historical Miniatures Gaming Society – Midwest of the Chicago area will be running a history gaming weekend at the Kenosha Civil War Museum. We will feature an “open house” format where the public may check out the tables featuring hundreds of miniatures depicting battles from history. Of course we will have battles from the American Civil War but also will pay tribute to the 250th Anniversary of the Founding by offering a few battles from the American Revolutionary War. Dr. Steve Fratt\, past president of HMGS-MW will bring “Shot Heard Round the World” depicting the Battles of Lexington and Concord and also present “The Whites of Their Eyes”…the Battle of Bunker Hill. \nThis event is designed to introduce the public to historical gaming as a wonderful pastime that helps the players understand the how and why decisions were made in important battles and campaigns. Game Masters will explain how their games work\, how to create the battlefields and where to buy historical figures. So come by\, see what it is all about and take some time to play a few turns commanding your troops in the field.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/historic-military-gaming/2026-02-22
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T171825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T171825Z
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SUMMARY:Military Miniature Gaming: An Informal and Personal History
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 21  |  1pm \nDuring Historic Military Gaming Event \nMilitary miniatures have been in use by professional soldiers and civilians for many centuries. People have enjoyed owning them\, painting and collecting them\, and using them in a wide variety of games. This presentation will touch on the early beginnings of miniatures\, their connection to military history and their use for gaming purposes. From early appearances in Egypt and China to inexpensive Kriegspiel (wargaming)\, these miniatures have served to attract and enthuse young and old alike with their colorful pageantry\, while infusing a touch of history into the process.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/military-miniature-gaming-an-informal-and-personal-history
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T155128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T155128Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Winter Acrylic Painting Beginner and Beyond II
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, February 21 – March 14  |  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-winter-acrylic-painting-beginner-and-beyond-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:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T171418Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Military Gaming
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 21  |  10am – 4pm \nSunday\, February 22  |  12pm – 3pm  \nThe Historical Miniatures Gaming Society – Midwest of the Chicago area will be running a history gaming weekend at the Kenosha Civil War Museum. We will feature an “open house” format where the public may check out the tables featuring hundreds of miniatures depicting battles from history. Of course we will have battles from the American Civil War but also will pay tribute to the 250th Anniversary of the Founding by offering a few battles from the American Revolutionary War. Dr. Steve Fratt\, past president of HMGS-MW will bring “Shot Heard Round the World” depicting the Battles of Lexington and Concord and also present “The Whites of Their Eyes”…the Battle of Bunker Hill. \nThis event is designed to introduce the public to historical gaming as a wonderful pastime that helps the players understand the how and why decisions were made in important battles and campaigns. Game Masters will explain how their games work\, how to create the battlefields and where to buy historical figures. So come by\, see what it is all about and take some time to play a few turns commanding your troops in the field.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/historic-military-gaming/2026-02-21
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20250910T164255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T164255Z
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SUMMARY:Girl Scout Juniors: Animal Habitats
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 21\, 2026  |  9:30am – 12:00pm  |  Kenosha Public Museum  |  $35 per scout  |  Register Here \nCheck-in starts at 9:00am  \nBecome a scientist and study animals in our exhibits to understand their survival adaptations\, practice your observation skills with scientific illustration\, and create model animal habitats. \nBadge Earned: Animal Habitats
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/girl-scout-juniors-animal-habitats
LOCATION:Kenosha Public Museum\, 5500 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kenosha Public Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T174239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T174239Z
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SUMMARY:SPARK! Voices of Freedom From the Underground Railroad
DESCRIPTION:SPARK! programs are designed for people in the early-to-mid stages of memory loss to visit with their family and care partners. \nThis 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 \nFriday\, February 20  \nLearn the history of the Undergound Railroad in the Midwest and meet several of the Freedom Seekers who traveled its routes to Canada and freedom.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/spark-voices-of-freedom-from-the-underground-railroad
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:20260220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T141859
CREATED:20251216T172929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T172929Z
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SUMMARY:Author Talk: The Road Was Full of Thorns: Running Toward Freedom in the American Civil War with Tom Zoellner
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 20  |  12pm – 1pm  |  Free\, registration appreciated  |  Register Here \nJoin author and historian Tom Zoellner for an engaging and informative discussion on his latest book\, The Road Was Full of Thorns: Running Toward Freedom in the American Civil War. Copies of Tom’s book can be purchased from the Civil War Museum gift shop and can be signed after the program. \nIn the opening days of the Civil War\, three enslaved men approached the gates of Fort Monroe\, a U.S. military installation in Virginia. In a snap decision\, the fort’s commander “confiscated” them as a contraband of war. \nFrom then on\, wherever the U.S. Army traveled\, torrents of runaways rushed to secure their own freedom\, a mass movement of 800\,000 people – a fifth of the enslaved population of the South – that set the institution of slavery on a path to destruction. \nIn an engrossing work of narrative history\, critically acclaimed historian Tom Zoellner introduces an unforgettable cast of characters whose stories will transform our popular understanding of  how slavery ended. The Road Was Full of Thorns shows what emancipation looked and felt like for the people who made the desperate flight across dangerous territory: the taste of mud in the mouth\, the terror of the slave patrols\, and the fateful crossing into Union lines. Zoellner also reveals how the last powerful Americans changed the politics of war – forcing President Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation and opening the door to universal Black citizenship.
URL:https://museums.kenosha.org/events/author-talk-the-road-was-full-of-thorns-running-toward-freedom-in-the-american-civil-war-with-tom-zoellner
LOCATION:Civil War Museum\, 5400 1st Ave\, Kenosha\, WI\, 53140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Civil War Museum
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