• The Great Lakes Civil War Forum: Mr. Lincoln’s Navy

    Civil War Museum 5400 1st Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Check-in starts at 8:30am, program begins at 9:30am. Includes full day of programs, coffee, refreshments, and a catered lunch. Visit the special events page for a the schedule of presentations.

  • Workshop: Beautiful Lined Basket

    Kenosha Public Museum 5500 1st Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Saturday, September 14  (held at KPM) |  10:00am – 4:00pm  |  Instructor: Sandy Bulgrin  |  $76 ($92 non-member)  |  Register Here This basket starts on an oval wood base and is woven to about 11” high. Using natural and dyed reed students will weave this basket to fit a plastic liner. A great basket for bedroom, […]

  • SPARK! Dinosaur Fossils

    SPARK!
    Civil War Museum 5400 1st Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    SPARK! programs are designed for people in the early-to-mid stages of memory loss to visit with their family and care partners. 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 […]

  • Workshop: Embroidered Lavender Pillow Buddy

    Kenosha Public Museum 5500 1st Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Saturdays, September 21 and 28  |  10:30am – 2:30pm  |  Instructor: Begh Dugan  |  $76 ($92 for non-member)  |  Register Here Have fun making a small embroidered pillow filled with rice and lavender. This class is for people wanting to learn basic embroidery stitches or expand their repertoire. We will explore straight, outline, stem, split, stitches, […]

  • Fall Watercolor Techniques

    Kenosha Public Museum 5500 1st Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Mondays, September 23 – October 28 (located at KPM)  |  10:30am – 1:30pm  |  Instructor: Barbara Farrell  |  Register Here Designed for painters of all skill levels. Each of the four sessions will begin with a demonstration showcasing a technique of the day. Students are instructed on color mixing, application and removal, brush strokes, and instruction […]

  • Dinos in the Dark

    Dinosaur Discovery Museum 5608 10th Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Embark on a thrilling adventure through the Dinosaur Discovery Museum with a flashlight in hand! As you explore the museum’s skeletons, watch as the dinosaurs seem to come alive in the shadows, revealing their fascinating features. Don’t miss out on this popular event and secure your tickets today! $10 per person (child or adult), $8 […]

  • Bus Trip: The Vicksburg Campaign Tour

    Civil War Museum 5400 1st Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Sunday, October 6 – Wednesday, October 9 |  $955-$1180* ($1035-$1260** non-members) Register Here *$955 per person for double occupancy, $1180 per person for single occupancy **$1035 per person for double occupancy for non-members, $1260 per person for single occupancy for non-members From October 6-9, 2024, the Civil War Museum of Kenosha, Wisconsin, is sponsoring a […]

  • Second Friday Lecture: John Brown: Hero or Terrorist? Martyr or Madman?

    Civil War Museum 5400 1st Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Friday, October 11  |  12:00pm – 1:00pm  |  Speaker: Bob Presman This presentation will examine John Brown’s life and how he came from obscurity to become one of the most significant figures in the runup to the Civil War.  It will include the views of modern historians on John Brown and how his attack on […]

  • Artsy Afternoon

    Artsy Afternoons
    Kenosha Public Museum 5500 1st Ave, Kenosha, WI, United States

    Select Fridays  |  2:00pm – 4:00pm Explore the amazing world of art through the eyes of artists and see how their artwork can inspire your own. Try new techniques and get your creativity flowing. All materials included. Intended for ages 5-10. There is no cost to participate, but registration is strongly encouraged to ensure enough supplies […]