WWI BEYOND THE TRENCHES: STORIES FROM THE FRONT–TRAVELING EXHIBIT

The Wisconsin Veterans Museum’s WWI Beyond the Trenches: Stories from the Front traveling exhibit marks the centennial of the First World War. Over 122,000 Wisconsin men and women served on land, sea, and in the air during World War I. This traveling exhibit features an up close and personal look at the Great War through the eyes of Wisconsin veterans.
The traveling exhibit consists of indoor, easy-to-assemble, pop-up banners available to local libraries, historic societies, schools and community spaces throughout the state. There is no cost to reserve and host the exhibit, only shipping costs apply.
For more information or to inquire about this traveling exhibit availability call (608) 261-0541 or email Curator of Exhibits.
The traveling exhibit is available to the public at the following locations:
Now - November 20th
McMillian Memorial Public Library
490 E Grand Ave,
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Now - December 2nd
The Highground Veterans Memorial
7031 Ridge Rd
Neillsville, WI 54456
TESTIMONIALS
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Look forward to returning soon. Excellent family experience.
David Gray -
Wonderful place to track your patriotic ancestors back to Spanish American war, Civil War, etc, and connect with the history of WI’s involvement in all the wars and conflicts. Extremely educational and a moving tribute to our Veterans. Beautiful place to visit with children to explore!
Diane Joyner -
Wonderful exhibits and free admission for all!!!!!
Taylor Andrea -
Visited with our kids. Staff was friendly and helpful. My boys loved the interactive displays about equipment/weapons and the helicopter.
Maggie Christians -
I really appreciated the presentation and the information provided. Free admission, which was great, and really friendly staff.
Allison Dolby -
I was so impressed by the presentation of each war. They displayed from the civil war right up to now. It was interesting. And free! Thank you.
Deb Calabria-Zicari -
This place is phenomenal it makes you very patriotic and proud of All soldiers. I’m telling everyone this is a must see on all Madison trips!
Maverick Kempfer