New Holstein Historical Society

[MrKhay]

The New Holstein Historical Society Invites You To Enter Into the Land of Peace and Plenty.

The New Holstein Historical Society was founded on May 15, 1964 by a number of descendants of the original settlers. They were interested in the preservation of the history of New Holstein. The society is affiliated with the Wisconsin State Historical Society, and has been active in promoting history through educational tours, cemetery walks, book publications and more. For further information, please contact us by mail or e-mail.

New Holstein Historical Society
PO Box 144
New Holstein WI 53061
920-898-4100, ext 3
email: tevents@dotnet.com

http://www.geocities.com/nhhistorical/

[MrKhay]

Today, I attended "Market Square Days" in New Holstein. It was a grand time, visiting with many of the area local folk, and vendors from around the area. There was a steam engine thrashing demonstration, with hay baling, grain threshing, and shingle cutting. Many antique cars/truck, and a classic Triumph TR6 were on display. Ice Cream, and Root Beer floats were offered as refreshments on the grounds. An authentic turn of the century tavern guards the Market Square in New Holstein. The tavern opens for business only for special occasions, with this weekend being one of them. The barkeep tries to maintain the ambiance of the old days, with gas lantern, and home brewed beer. There is also home brewed root beer on tap.
Sunday, the 15th of July, will mark the dedication of The Timm House, a proud landmark for the citizens of New Holstein. The jewel of The New Holstein Historical Society. Gather at the corner of Railroad Street and Wisconsin Avenue (1600 Wisconsin Avenue) on the lawn of the Timm House Museum for the rebirth of the "Jewel of New Holstein". Dedication ceremonies begin at 1:00pm, with a ribbon cutting, comments from dignitaries, and music. Following the ribbon cutting, the doors will be opened to the general public($10/person). Enjoy a visit to the Timm House and Pioneer Museum until 5pm. Refreshments and musical entertainment will be available on the lawn of the Timm House Museum until 5:00pm.

[MrKhay]

Some photos of various subject matter presented at The New Holstein Historical Society's Market Square Days held this year from July 12th-July 15.

This is a participant wearing circa 1860 form


Paul Londo demonstrates wood working of the 1860's pioneer era, while clowning with a hand puppet.


Howard Stern poses with a 1910 Brush Automobile, made by the Stephenson Motor Car Company of Milwaukee Wisconsin.



Participants spin yarn at the Market Square


Threshing Demonstration at the 2007 New Holstein Market Square Days


1923 Ford Model "T" truck, converted from the Doctor's Coupe Model


Circa 1903(?) Lauson Tractor Kerosene/Gasoline


Circa 1900 Birdsell Clover Huller (Thresher)

Image courtesy of Steamtraction.com