10/13/2026
This event is now SOLD OUT. A standby line will be available on the day of the event for any available seats. There is no waitlist, and standby admission is not guaranteed.
Join the Mulva Cultural Center as they welcome Wisconsin author Lynda Drews and Voyageur Magazine to the Northeastern Wisconsin's Historical Review of Disposable Wives, a new historical true crime book uncovering a disturbing story of suspected murder, perseverance and the pursuit of justice in the Belgian pioneer community near Green Bay.
Date & Time: Sunday, October 25, 2026 from 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: Discover Auditorium at the Mulva Cultural Center, 221 S Broadway, De Pere, WI 54115
This event is now sold out. A standby line will be available on the day of the event for any available seats. There is no waitlist, and standby admission is not guaranteed.
Set within a seemingly tranquil Belgian settlement, Disposable Wives examines the story of a prosperous farmer surrounded by folklore, suspicion, and allegations of multiple murders, including the deaths of three of his wives.
At the center of the story are two people determined to seek answers: the sister of one of the victims and a Belgian translator who helped pursue justice for the women whose lives had been lost.
During the program, Drews, author of The Maid and the Socialite and Run at Destruction, will share the research behind Disposable Wives and discuss how she uncovered and pieced together this remarkable chapter of local history.
The event is presented with Voyageur Magazine, a publication of the Brown County Historical Society, and offers guests an opportunity to explore a story rooted in Northeast Wisconsin while learning more about the historical research involved in bringing a true crime story from the past to life.
Following the presentation, Drews will answer audience questions about her research and the local history behind Disposable Wives. She will also be available to chat with readers and sign copies of her new book, which will be available for purchase in Splurge Gift Shop.
Guests attending the event can also enjoy a taste of Belgian heritage with traditional Belgian pie slices available for purchase from Café Meridian, a new culinary venture operated by The Flour Pot, LLC, inside Mulva Cultural Center.
In addition to purchasing slices to enjoy during the event, guests can purchase whole Belgian pies for pickup at a later date. A percentage of proceeds from these whole pie purchases will benefit the Brown County Historical Society, offering a delicious way to support the preservation and celebration of local history.
