Events

Homeschool Days at Wade House

EVENT DETAILS


Tuesday, May 20, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  
Wednesday, October 8, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  

COST

Student (Grades K-2): $6
Student (Grades 3-5): $6
Student (Grades 6-8): $6
Student (Grades 9-12): $6
Child Under 5: Free
Adult (18-64): $11
Senior (65+): $11

Advance registration required. 

Society members receive a 10% discount, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.  


Overview

Calling all homeschool learners and non-traditional students! Learners of all ages will be invited to explore the horse-powered world of Wade House and Wisconsin in the mid-1800s. Upon arrival, visitors can step inside a reproduction stagecoach and learn about plank road travel.  The horse-drawn world of the 19th century is on display in the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum - where learners will test their skills by building their very own model carriage. A horse-drawn wagon transports visitors across the Mullet River to the historic core of the site where authentically costumed interpreters, muscle power and waterpower bring to life the work of the blacksmith and sawyerGuests tour the 27-room Stagecoach Hotel, which once served weary travelers along the Plank Road. 


About the Location

Wade House Historic Site
W7965 State Highway 23 
Greenbush, WI 53026 


Know Before You Go & Accessibility

Programs will be held outdoors and in museum buildings, rain or shine. Dress appropriately for weather conditions. Visit time can last up to four hoursPlease bring your own lunch if you plan to eat while at Wade House. Lunch space available upon request. Adult chaperones can purchase a ticket for $11 each. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at wadehouse@wisconsinhistory.org or (920) 526-3271.


Contact

For more information, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.