History comes alive though our Educational Programs. WCHSM Museum Educators & Staff are committed to bringing enriching, lively, and fulfilling learning experiences to students of all ages.
Plan your museum experience
Make us your classroom! Take a guided tour through our exhibits and choose from one of our many onsite programs presented by a museum educator.
Group tours and schools can enjoy private private tour times Tuesday – Friday 9 am – 1 pm.
Bring the Museum to You!
Museum ToGo… Let us come to you! We’re now offering off-site museum programs that are adapted for your group’s needs.
Virtually… Need more flexibility? Choose to have your program go virtual and interact with a museum educator from the comfort of your home or workplace.
Get Hands-on… With a discovery box. Explore a collection of objects that lets you interact and learn about history.
Tours: 45-50 minutes. Programs: 60 minute presentation, with slides, and Q&A.
Adult Learners and Groups
learning is for all ages at the museum. That includes social clubs, corporate outings, & family groups.
Youth & Scout Groups
With tailored programs, badges and service opportunities: the museum has a lot to offer!
Discovery Boxes
Rent a curated kit of artifacts and activities guaranteed to let you get hands-on with history.
Educators
Let us be your classroom! Get your students learning and exploring with a museum experience.
Special Programs
Check out what special educational programs are currently being offered at the museum.
Intergenerational Heritage Fair
A twice-yearly opportunity for elementary age students to learn about Waukesha’s heritage from its senior residents.
Tours and Topics
Explore our list of current offerings. Whether it is an exhibit tour or one of our programs, we offer a variety of topics that can be tailored to suit any age. Interested in something that is not on our list or a past program? Let us know!
WCHSM Digital Resources
Visit our digital resources to explore online content and activities on a variety of topics relevant to Waukesha County.
Questions? Contact us: [email protected]
2022-2023 Education Program Prices
At the Museum Tours and Programs
- $5 per student/adult
- 1 chaperone per 10 students is free (student groups)
- $50 minimum (for groups less than 10)
- Exhibit Tours & Programs: 1 – 1:45 hours
- Additional fee for programs outside of the museum’s operational hours
Museum ToGo!
- $150 for first program
- $30 Travel Fee if outside Waukesha County
- $75 for each additional same-day program
- Duration: 45 minutes with 15 min for Q&A
Virtual Tours and Programs
- $50 for virtual meeting (limit 100 participants)
- $75 for virtual meeting (more than 100 participants)
- hosted by WCHSM on Teams or host of program
- Duration: 45 minutes with 15 min for Q&A
Discovery Box Rentals
- $20 per week
- $30 refundable deposit
- maximum two week rental
Programs and Tours will be schedule for Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with limited exceptions.
