The Alma Historical Society works to preserve the history of Alma, Wisconsin and to promote awareness of our heritage through educational programs, displays and exhibits.
Organized in 1978, our mission has been to recapture the small river town atmosphere of early Alma, Wisconsin.
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Alma On The Mississippi
Now Available!
The Alma Historical Society recently reprinted their flagship publication Alma On The Mississippi. Originally published in 1980 and reprinted in 1982 and 1994, this new edition is known as the Memorial Edition. Copies can be purchased at the Alma Area Museum or the Wings Over Alma Nature & Art Center.
Make a Memorial Donation
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Gesell Exhibit Opened
June 22nd
Gerhard Gesell's
"Town Across The River"
Exhibition of 19th century Wisconsin photography was reintroduced on June 22nd at the Wings Over Alma Nature & Art Center and will be exhibited through August 31st. Introduced in 1979 by the Alma Historical Society, it was the first exhibit of Gerhard Gesell's photography since his death in 1906. After 30 years, this exhibit is being made available once again to the public with an additional 20 pictures.
Exhibit Dates
June 22 - September 28
Exhibit Reception:
June 25, 5-7pm
Exhibit Location
Wings Over Alma Nature & Art Center
The Gerhard Gesell images on this website are from original photo collections of the Alma Historical Society or may be digital images from the Wisconsin Historical Society's collection, as noted.
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| Beef Slough Traffic Jam WHS Image 25793 |
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| Children With Rowboat WHS Image 25851 |
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| Abraham Schmocker & His Log Cabin WHS Image 25660 |
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The Reunion Was A Great Success!
1st Annual Reunion Picnic
Buffalo County Training School For Teachers (1902-1967)
Buffalo County Teachers College
Model School
Many thanks to those who attended the first annual reunion on Sunday, May 30th Our earliest graduate in attendance was Alice Thompson who graduated with the class of 1936 and she was joined by 99 others who contributed to the continued success of the Alma Area Muceum and the maintenance of our historic building..
Graduates, pupils and their descendants are invited to attend the second annual reunion picinic next year at the Buffalo County Training School for an old-fashioned picnic on Sunday, May 29th, 2011. If you are a graduate we would appreciate your assistance in contacting your classmates.
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2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
ALMA Area Museum Open
Alma Area Museum is now open for the season. This year we've added two weekdays to our schedule and the museum will be open Thursday through Sunday, 1pm to 4pm.
GERHARD GESELL Exhibition
19th Century Photography of Alma, Wisconsin
June 16th through September 28th
Reintroduction of the 1980 Gerhard Gesell Photography Exhibition, "Town Across The River", sponsored by the Alma Historical Society and exhibited at Wings Over Alma Nature & Art Center
GESELL Reception
June 25th, 5 to 7pm
"Town Across The River" Reception at the Wings Over Alma Nature & Art Center
25th Annual QUILT SHOW
October 10th - 11th
Celebrating the 25th year of our annual quilt show and the legacy of quilt making in Alma on the banks of the Mississippi River
ALMA Area Museum Closes
October 11th
Alma Area Museum closes for the season
As always, please join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month for our monthly meeting.
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