Koshkonong Prairie Historical Society
Preserving, advancing, and disseminating knowledge of the Koshkonong Prairie
Koshkonong Prairie Historical Society
Who are we?
The Koshkonong Prairie covers approximately 144 square miles and is located primarily in southeastern Dane County, Wisconsin. The first European settlers to the area were predominantly of Norwegian descent and the Koshkonong settlement became known as “Queen of the Norwegian Settlements.”
Koshkonong Prairie Historical Society (KPHS) is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the people, churches, businesses, schools, and other places on the Koshkonong Prairie. KPHS’s collection highlights key figures, traditional artwork, and history on the settlement. KPHS also has a collection of genealogically useful reference material.
Upcoming Events
September 16- Walking Tour of Historic Rockdale
The walking tour will begin at 6:00 at the Rockdale Mill historical marker on Water Street. Richard Moen, Chair of the Rockdale Historical Association, will guide us through the history of such places as the Rockdale Lutheran Church, the infamous beer cave, and the historic Rockdale Mill.
Become a Member
Benefits of a KPHS membership include events, tours, and our newsletter. Your membership helps support our museum collection, postage, and other overhead costs. Memberships start at $15.00. If you would like to join, return this form with your payment.
View Our Collection
View our collection of artifacts at the Historic 1906 School Museum in Cambridge, Wisconsin. The museum opens for the season in May 2020. Watch our website for updates.
Get in Touch
Koshkonong Prairie Historical Society
PO Box 198, Cambridge, WI 53523
koshkonongprairie@gmail.com
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