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Museums - History

America's Black Holocaust Museum

Educates the public about the injustices suffered by people of African heritage and provides visitors with an opportunity to rethink their assumptions about race and racism. Features permanent and traveling exhibitions focused on issues surrounding the pursuit of racial justice and equality, as well as educational activities intended to promote intercultural dialogue and understanding. Open 9-5, Tuesdays through Saturdays; open Sundays for tours of 25 of more by appointment. 2233 N. 4th St., Milwaukee. Telephone: (414) 264-2500.

Burlington Historical Museum

Houses numerous displays from Burlington's early days to the present. Operated by the Burlington Historical Society. Open 1-4 Sundays. Located at Jefferson and Perkins Blvd., Burlington. Telephone: (262) 767-2884.

Firehouse 3 Museum

An authentic 1881 firehouse maintained as a turn-of-the century firehouse featuring antique firefighting equipment. Open 1-4 Sundays, or by appointment. 700 Sixth St., Racine. Telephone: (262) 637-7395.

Golden Rondelle Theater

Originally designed as the Johnson Wax Pavilion for the 1964-1965 New York World's Fair, the theater now serves as the center for the company's tour program. Includes 45-minute guided tour of the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed SC Johnson Administration Building, dubbed by Wright as a "center of creativity." Also the home of the films "Carnauba: A Son's Memoir" and "To Be Alive." Reservations required. 1525 Howe St., Racine. Telephone: (262) 260-2154.

Milwaukee County Historical Society

Housed in a former bank building that was constructed in 1913, this museum features many excellent exhibits about life in early Milwaukee County, as well as changing exhibits. The museum also contains an extensive reference section for historians and genealogists. Free admission. Open 9:30-5, Mondays through Fridays; 10-5 Saturdays; and 1-5 Sundays. 910 N. Old World 3rd St., Milwaukee. Telephone: (414)-273-8288.

Old Falls Village Museum

A series of eight buildings maintained by the Menomonee Falls Historical Society and furnished with authentic artifacts. Open 1-4 Sundays from May through September, except Sundays that fall on a holiday; special tours of six or more by arrangement. N96 W15791 County Line Rd., Menomonee Falls. Telephone: (262) 255-8346.

Old World Wisconsin

Located 35 miles southwest of Milwaukee, this 576-acre interactive outdoor museum of living history features more than 65 relocated historic Wisconsin buildings, costumes interpreters, hands-on activities, special events, hiking trails, the Clausing Barn restaurant and a gift shop. Open daily May 1 through Oct. 31 and selected dates in November and December. Located 1.5 miles south of Eagle on Hwy 67 in Waukesha County. Telephone: (262) 594-6300.

Racine Heritage Museum

Located in downtown Racine, the museum's exhibits tell the stories of Racine's history of invention and innovation. Exhibits explore Racine's involvement in the Underground Railroad and the Civil War, Frank Lloyd Wright and his architecture in Racine and the inventive genius of A. B. Modine. The research Center contains business, history and genealogical archives. Open 9-5 Tuesday through Friday, until 8 p.m. Thursdays, 10-3 Saturdays and 12-4 Sundays. Archives are open 1-4:30 Tuesdays, 3-4:30 Wednesdays and 5-7:30 Thursday evenings, 5-7:30. 701 S. Main St., Racine. Telephone: (262) 636-3926.

Waukesha County Historical Society and Museum

Located in the 1893 Waukesha County Courthouse, this museum features exhibits, tours and a research center that tell the story of Waukesha County and its people, from the time of the Ice Age. The research center's historic documents and pictures enable visitors to learn about geology, Waukesha County businesses, people, churches, schools and military. $3 adults, $2 seniors and $1 children. Tours are available for a minimal fee. Hours: 10-4:30 Tuesdays through Saturdays. Research Center open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday 10-noon and 12:30-4:30, and Thursdays 12:30-4:30. 101 W. Main St., Waukesha. Telephone: (262) 521-2859.

West Allis Historical Society Museum

Housed in a 1887 Richardsonian Romanesque "Cream City" brick building, the museum includes artifacts from an old-time dental clinic, a schoolroom, a blacksmith shop, pioneer room, tool room, general store, a cemetery plotted in 1849 and a log-cabin school. Research library contains historical information on West Allis and Town of Greenfield. 8405 W. National Ave., West Allis. Open 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays; 2-4 Sundays; or by appointment. Telephone: (414) 541-6970.

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