News & Events
Nagle Building Plaque Installed
The fourth Shawano Has History plaque was installed on the historic Nagle Building in Shawano. Thank you and congratulations to the sponsors, Aaron and Erik Gilling, owners of the Stubborn Brothers...
Rhubarb Fest 2024
The Shawano County Historical Society is excited to host its 16th annual Rhubarb Fest on Saturday, June 15, 2024! Admission is free for the festival which will be held at Heritage Park, at 524 N...
Zachow Depot Tours
Zachow Depot Tours June through August Saturdays 10am to 2pm Join us Saturdays, June through August from 10am to 2pm for a tour of the nationally acclaimed replica of the Zachow C&NW depot. You...
Spring 2024 Preservation Press Newsletter
The Spring 2024 Preservation Press newsletter is published on the News & Events page or, follow the link above. Remember, if you become a member, you'll receive a beautifully printed copy of the...
Upham & Russell Plaque Installed
The second Shawano Has History plaque was installed on the historic Upham & Russell Building on April 15, 2024 in Shawano. In the photo you'll see the sponsor of this plaque, Dr. Amy Stuber of...
Digital Archives – Updated for 2023 & 2024
Our online archives are updated for photos, objects, and other items accessioned from April 2024 through March 2024. Since the early 2000’s we’re using PastPerfect Museum Software to accession...
The Shawano Has History Project
The Shawano Has History Project started in April 2022 when Ben and Diane Hartwig visited the Shawano County Historical Society looking to bring plaques to historic buildings in Shawano. These...
Website Addition – History of the Shawano County School System
Over the decades, the Shawano County Historical Society put together information on the history of schools in Shawano County. However, there hasn’t been a comprehensive text outlining the history of...
Website Addition – the Preservation Press Newsletter
We continue to improve the Shawano County Historical Society website, bringing new features to our members and supporters. Published in the spring and fall, our Preservation Press Newsletter is now...
Rhubarb Fest 2024 – Save the Date
The Shawano County Historical Society is setting the date for Rhubarb Fest 2024. Join us on Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 10am to 4pm for family fun. Live Music Crafts Children's games Pie contest...