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Visit the “Braille Blues Daddy” Bryan Lee Memorabilia Display

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Bryan Lee

See it only at the Washington House Museum, 1622 Jefferson Street, Two Rivers!

To commemorate local blues legend and Two Rivers native, Bryan Lee, the display will be accessible for public viewing the entire Festival weekend, July 8-10.

Two Rivers Main Street has posted the superb music lineup for Saturday, July 9 with hours from 1:00 to 8:30pm – Bryan Lee Memorial Blues Festival – ExploreTwoRivers.com

Washington House Museum hours are 12noon to 5pm, Tuesday through Sunday. Stop in to tour the museum, refresh yourself with a cold treat from Berner’s Ice Cream Parlor or just relax in the inviting, airconditioned former historic hotel and bar. Admission is FREE!

 

Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with a Trip to Two Rivers, Birthplace of the Ice Cream Sundae!

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Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with a Trip to Two Rivers, Birthplace of the Ice Cream Sundae! 

This article originally appeared in “Go Valley Kids” on June 26, 2022. We sincerely thank Jennifer Much, travel writer for “Go Valley Kids” for sharing her fabulous story and directing Fox Valley families to Two Rivers

So many flavors to choose from, and they all look delicious!

About GVK: “Wisco Fam! is a family of websites for families focusing on covering activities and information in Wisconsin. As proud local parents, we love sharing all our communities have to offer by educating, entertaining, and empowering families to lead happy, healthy lives. We believe that strong families are the foundation of our communities.”

 

 

Two Rivers’ Jim Van Lanen Sr. Recognized for Establishing Local Museums

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Jim Van Lanen Sr.

Enjoy the following link from our local TV station, WBAY, featuring Jim Van Lanen Sr. Thank you, Mr. Van Lanen, for helping preserve the rich history of Two Rivers.
https://www.wbay.com/2022/06/16/small-towns-museum-man-two-rivers/

We are Reopening!

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What may appear to have been several months of hibernation for the Washington House Museum actually entailed extensive cleaning, reorganizing and updating exhibits. Our museum volunteers worked diligently in all areas to ensure a fresh, exciting welcome for everyone.

Always a popular spot for both new and returning visitors, we are happy to announce 12pm-5pm are the open hours for the remainder of May 2022 on the following days:

  • Friday, May 27
  • Saturday, May 28
  • Sunday, May 29

Regular open hours then resume Wednesday through Sunday, 12pm-5pm beginning June 1 through September 4, 2022. Please stop in to tour the museum, have fun exploring the new exhibits, learn more about what our community has to offer and be sure to stop in the ice cream shop for a special treat. We look forward to seeing you!

COVID-19 Notice

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CoronavirusThe Historic Washington House Museum is open with new hours.

The Lester W. Bentley Art Collection is housed in the Lester Public Library.  Please check their website for further information.

The Historic Farm museum is open with new hours.

 

Ice Cream Sundae Stamp

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The Washington House Museum was selected by the US Postal Service as the site of the First Day Of Sale for its new ice cream-themed stamps. As the historic home of the ice cream sundae, the Washington House became its own post office for a day on June 30, 2016, issuing stamp memorabilia, hosting a presentation by the US Postal Service, canceling stamped mail and of course, serving ice cream sundaes. You can view the press release here.

US Postal Ice Cream Stamps

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