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Vernon County Historical Society

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Vernon County Museum & History Center at the corner of S. Main and E. South Streets in Viroqua
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Short Description
The former Teacher's College building is now a museum of Vernon County history, containing exhibits, archives, and library. Excellent genealogy services and research materials. Other buildings include the historic Sherry-Butt House at 795 N. Main, and the old St. Mary's Church and Foreaker School at 606 W. Broadway.
Description

We share Vernon County history with children, the elderly, and everyone in-between. Visitors come to the Vernon County History Center all year ‘round to enjoy a changing array of exhibits and also to do genealogy or local history research using our extensive archives. We provide a public program or event about once a month, often featuring a speaker with expert knowledge. Check out our website, Facebook page, and Instagram page for current events, articles, and historic images.

Website
https://www.vernoncountyhistory.org/
Phone
608-637-7396
Address
410 S Center Ave
Viroqua, WI
ZIP Code
54665
Business Hours
Hours: JUNE-SEPT: Mon–Fri, 11–4; Sat, 10-2 APRIL-MAY & OCT: Mon–Fri, 11–4 NOV–MAR: Tues-Thurs, 11–4 also OPEN BY APPOINTMENT — call (608)637-7396 (closed on major holidays)
  • 2 floors of exhibits on local history
  • extensive genealogy and research department
  • Programs, talks, and classes are held in the museum's conference room.
  • The gift shop contains new and used books plus postcards, toys, etc.
  • The Foreaker School can be rented for small group or classroom activities.
  • The old St. Mary's Church can be rented for weddings or other events.
  • The historic Sherry-Butt House features Victorian furnishings & Civil War artifacts.
  • July 4 Strawberry Shortcake Social at the Sherry-Butt House