La Crosse County Historical Society

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LCHS is a non-profit that preserves and shares the history and heritage of the Coulee Region.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween! Here is a throwback advertisement to Halloween shopping at Woolworth's from the La Crosse Tribune, October 23, 1963.

Children's Halloween Costumes.........$1.98
Children's Vinyl Maks.................................19¢
Hershey Bars..................................................39¢
Slice of Pumpkin Pie...................................20¢

10/29/2026

10/27/2026

A Toast to Brewers History ⚾

In 1982, the Milwaukee Brewers made history by winning their first American League pennant and advancing to the World Series. The team gave Wisconsin baseball fans a season to remember.

This commemorative cup from our permanent collection celebrates that unforgettable 1982 season. As we cheer on the Brewers tonight, we hope they'll bring home a World Series win to celebrate!

10/24/2026

Today, we welcomed over 1,100 visitors (adults, kids, and a few furry friends!) to the La Crosse Area Heritage Center for Downtown Trick-or-Treating! 🎃🍬

Some of our favorite moments are when former second graders excitedly tell their parents, "I've been here before!" and share what they remember learning during their school field trip.

For many, that field trip was one of their first museum experiences. Seeing them return, excited to share those memories with their families, reminds us that museum experiences leave lasting impressions. ❤️

10/24/2026

Stay tuned for a new date!

Unfortunately, this talk has to be rescheduled due to illness. Watch our social media for more information soon.

10/23/2026

🍬🍺🐝 Candy, B**r & Bees—Oh My!

We've got quite the lineup this weekend, and there's something for everyone!

🍬 Saturday, October 24 | 11 am-1 pm Downtown Trick-or-Treating
Stop by the La Crosse Area Heritage Center for some Halloween fun! We're offering FREE admission during downtown trick-or-treating, so bring the whole family, explore a little local history, and snap a memory with Snoopy!

🍺 Last Chance! | Saturday 11 am-4 pm & Sunday 12-4 pm
This is your final weekend to enjoy "Drink in the Design: La Crosse B**r Advertising!" Don't miss your chance to explore the colorful and creative history of La Crosse's brewing industry before the exhibit closes.

🐝 Sunday, October 25 | 1 pm
Join us at Nature Place La Crosse for a fascinating talk about bees! Discover a little more about these hardworking pollinators and their place in our history.

Three very different ways to enjoy the weekend. We hope to see you at one (or all three)! 🎃

10/19/2026

🐝 What's All the Buzz About?

Did you know Wisconsin is home to 500 kinds of native bees? 🌼

Join us for a FREE talk with Susan Carpenter, Native Plant Garden curator and gardener of the UW–Madison Arboretum! Discover Wisconsin's amazing native bees and learn how to make your garden more pollinator-friendly.

📅 Sunday, October 25 | 1 PM
📍 Nature Place La Crosse

Presented by The Nature Place, LCHS, and Badger Talks.

🐝 Free and open to all! No registration required.

10/16/2026

🍂 Two great reasons to make history part of your weekend!

This is your LAST weekend to tour Hixon House before it closes for the regular season! But don't worry, Hixon House will reopen for special holiday tours in December!

There's still time to explore our "Drink in the Design: La Crosse B**r Advertising" exhibit at the La Crosse Area Heritage Center, but only TWO weekends remain!

Make plans to visit us this weekend!

10/13/2026

Take a look at this beautiful postcard showing a bird’s-eye view of the Mississippi River and La Crosse.

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La Crosse, WI

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http://www.lchshistory.org/

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