In the early history of Manitowoc County, Branch, originally named Lenaville, boasted many businesses and amusement places. Some of the earliest businesses included a shingle mill and logging camp, grist mill, brewery, two sawmills, and two blacksmith shops in the early 1850s. The name change from
Nestled in the scenic rolling Ice Age Kettle Moraine countryside of Eastern Wisconsin, the Manitowoc County Historical Society is a museum of living history.
Feel the heat from the blacksmith's forge, take part in one-room school lessons, and find your ancestor's name in our archives.
This 60-acre interpretive museum of local history features a Welcome Center with local history exhibits and research services and the outdoor Pinecrest Historical Village - a collection of over 25 historic buildings with period furnishings from Manitowoc County's early settlers.
Manitowoc County Historical Society
Manitowoc County Historical Society
Menard County Texas Historical 1800's Photos
Those Pre-Pro Whiskey Men!
Edward Salomon, WI Governor — Manitowoc County Historical Society
Manitowoc County Historical Society
Founding of Hanover
Manitowoc County Historical Society Partners with Port Sandy Bay for Local History Awareness
Manitowoc history: Wildcats Longbranch Saloon building dates to 1850s
All Upcoming Programs and Events — Manitowoc County Historical Society
On Premise Membership Directory & Buyers Guide 2016 by Nei
