Home for the Holidays at Old World Wisconsin
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 12/17/2023
Stroll through the charming 19th century Crossroads Village, where historic shops and cozy homes are decked in festive greenery and bustling with holiday cheer. Step inside and experience the past brought to life as you explore the rich mosaic of traditions that immigrants brought to Wisconsin. You’ll learn how those cherished customs helped build community and continue to live on in celebrations today. Make new, merry memories with friends and family in this fun for all ages event that includes live music, food and crafts against the beautiful winter backdrop of the Kettle Moraine State Forest.
Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.
Enhance your visit with Time Travel Token experiences available exclusively during Home for the Holidays.
Token Experiences:
- Holiday shopping in the General Store
- Hand-forged gift in the Blacksmith Shop
- Make and take leather ornament
- Cozy treat from the Four Mile House (cookie and cocoa)
Tokens are $6 each. Each Token is redeemable for one experience.
You do not have to select your experience at the time of token purchases. Available experiences vary depending on season, staffing and weather. Tokens are not redeemable for cash. Tokens cannot be used for purchases at the Creamery, Café or Museum Store.
This event is sponsored by the Old World Foundation
Santa's Workshop is sponsored by Waukesha State Bank
VIEW OUR FULL LIST OF HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES HERE!
Know Before You Go & Accessibility:
Upon purchase, you will receive QR codes via email. The QR codes are the event tickets and are required for entry. Please plan to present your tickets, either digitally or printed, upon your arrival for the event. Tickets are date specific. Food and beverages are available for purchase, no food is included with the ticket price.
Upon purchase, you will receive QR codes via email. The QR codes are the event tickets and are required for entry. Please plan to present your tickets, either digitally or printed, upon your arrival for the event. Tickets are date specific. Food and beverages are available for purchase, no food is included with the ticket price.
*Tickets for Horse Drawn Wagon Rides cost an additional $6 per person, for purchase onsite only. Wagon rides are not guaranteed, they are limited and end at 2pm. They are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and are subject to change.
Only the Crossroads Village will be open for this event. Trams will NOT be running. Restrooms are available. Please dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes/boots. The event is held in all weather unless severe weather causes a cancellation. The museum store will be open from 10 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. A daily handout will include times and locations for live musical performances, descriptions of the homes and activities.
Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at oww@wisconsinhistory.org or 262-594-6301.
COST
Adult (18-64): $20
Teen (13-17): $20
Senior (65+): $20
Child (5-12): $14
Child under 5: Free
Adult (18-64): $20
Teen (13-17): $20
Senior (65+): $20
Child (5-12): $14
Child under 5: Free
Society members receive a 10% discount
Purchase Tickets: https://wihist.org/3P4KkLU
Contact
For more information, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
Organization:
Old World WisconsinLocation:
W372 S9727 Hwy 67
Eagle, WI, 53119United States
See map: Google Maps
Phone:
262-594-6301Contact name:
Old World Wisconsin
Email address:
The event has already taken place on this date:
12/17/2023
Time:
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages
All AgesWeb Service