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2012
Open Dates & Times
Open 1 to 4 pm Sundays:
June 3 & 17
July 1 & 15
August *4, *5, & 19.
*Heritage
Days & Rail Fest is August 4th & 5th and is open
10am to 4pm
Tour
The Village
Step back in
history as you tour five
historic buildings
and a garage that were moved to the village for
preservation. Browse through an octagon shaped
house, school, church, log cabin, and a train depot.
They are furnished with original or period furnishings.
Examine
railway equipment
including a locomotive, boxcar, and two cabooses, or
browse the depot
and its exhibits of
railroad artifacts and memorabilia.
No entrance fee--donations appreciated.
It's enjoyment for the whole family! See the
calendar for events and the
days we are open.
For further information, appointments,
or group tours, call 920 982-8557 or 920 982-5186.
Heritage Days & Rail Fest
Each year this event typically has entertainment
that may include a
western show for all ages. Also, visit a buckskinner rendezvous encampment, see
historic demonstrations, and find kids activities,
vendors, souvenirs, food, refreshments, and more.
See an event
description with pictures.
Purchase a C&NW Railroad
History Book
The book "Chicago & North Western
Railroad History at New London, Wisconsin" by Scott
Sasse is on sale at the New London Area Chamber of
Commerce Office, New London Library, or at the Heritage
Historical Village. The book is $17.00 and the proceeds
benefit the New London Heritage Historical Society.
More info &
mail order (pdf)
Edison / Simmons
Remembrances Sought
An Edison/Simmons exhibit has been
established in conjunction with the recent acquisition
of a garage moved to the village from the site. Please
contact us to donate related artifacts, photographs,
vintage New
London postcards, or to possibly negotiate on an item.
Location
The Heritage Historical Village is
adjacent to Memorial Park and New London Skate Park.
It is about 20 miles NW of Appleton, 35 miles N of
Oshkosh, and 39 miles W-SW of Green Bay.
Location Map
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