Historic Resources
For those of you who would like to learn more about our local history, the following resources might be helpful.
Lake Geneva Public Library
Offers a sizeable collection of books on the history of
the Geneva Lake area, old village newspapers on microfilm and,
accessible from their website, 400 old photos, postcards, etc. :
www.lakegeneva.lib.wi.us
The photos are really on a U of W website that you can access
through the library site. It's not simple or obvious, but if
you follow these instructions you will get there:
a. Go to the library website.
b. Click "Images of Lake Geneva" on the left side of the page
c. On the next page click on "... enter images of L. G.
website"
d. At the UW site click "Search Collection"
e. Enter Lake Geneva in the first box and click
"Search"
Geneva
Lake Museum
Artifacts, displays and life-sized building facades. You can
find facts about Geneva Lake and the village, hours of operation,
and special event info on their website:
www.genevalakemuseum.org
A Walking Tour of Olde Lake Geneva Towne
A printed guide and map that takes you past 45 historic homes and
other buildings. The guide includes a brief history of several
of the buildings. Copies may be obtained from Mary Tanner
(262-248-0373).
State
Historical Society
Has information on state history, local history, historic
buildings, genealogy, etc.
www.wisconsinhistory.org
History Channel
For teachers and others interested
in promoting an interest in local history the History Channel has
developed a set of materials called Save Our History.
Old World Wisconsin
The Midwest's largest outdoor living
history museum is only a 45 minute drive from Lake Geneva.
Located just south of Eagle, Wisconsin, the 576 acre museum allows
you to experience history with all your senses as you roam through
the active farms and the village. Special events are
offered throughout the year. Check it out at
www.oldworldwisconsin.org or call 262-594-6300.
Black Point Preserve
Black Point is a rare historical
jewel given by the great-grandson of Chicago brewer Conrad Seipp to
the State of Wisconsin. Sitting atop a high bluff on the south
shore of Geneva Lake, this large 1888 summer home is still stocked
with the original furniture, dinnerware, rugs, paintings, etc., that
the family has used for over a century.