Saukville Historical Society

Sunday, August 14 2016

Celebrating its 10^th Anniversary, Bluegrass at the Village 2016 will take you from the Irish Immigrants’ roots of bluegrass through the modern-day boot-stomping Americana. With some of the best musicians in Southeastern Wisconsin, this year’s lineup include: • Frogwater • Pickin’ Up Speed • Thistledown Thunders • Chickenwire Empire • The WhiskeyBelles. New to Bluegrass at the Village this year, are Frogwater with its Irish influence and special featured and ever-popular, The WhiskeyBelles with their three-part harmony and entertaining style.

In addition to the outstanding bluegrass music, young and talented fiddlers show off their talent around the village. A wide selection of food and beverages can be enjoyed, including craft beers at the beer tent. Guests can show off their talents by participating in the “Kitchen Band”. Some of the homemade instruments will be the washboard, washtub, stump fiddle and jug. This year’s marketplace will showcase local area artists who make handmade soaps, fused glass and baskets, to name a few. There are also raffles with prizes donated by local area businesses. It is great fun for all ages!

Tickets may be purchased the day of the event and are a real bargain: $10.00 for Adults and $8.00 for seniors and students. Children 5 years of age and under are free. The grounds open at 11:30 and music starts at 12:30 and music continues to 6:00PM. Rain-or-Shine.

The Oscar Grady Library is inviting you to the presentation of the book Whistle-Stop Poems at Messina’s on August 23rd 2016 at 8pm. Check out the attached PDF for details.

OGL Whistle-Stop poster

Join us during the month of July during any of the three walking tours of the Village! On Mondays from July 11-25 we’re hosting a two hour walk and talk tour from 6pm until 8pm. Each week will be a different area of the Village. Historical Society members will guide you on the tour and provide insight into the architectural and historic features at each site.

When: Saturday, December 12th 8:00am – 3:00pm
Where: SAHS Crossroads Museum @ 200 N Mill St

For everyone who loves a taste of “home made”.

Members of the historical society are putting on their aprons for the twelfth year of the annual event

Featuring tasty Christmas breads, stollen, cookies, bars and candy treats.

Bringing you the very best in holiday goodies and bazaar items you’ve come to expect……and just in time for wrapping up your holiday giving in style.

Take a well deserved break from the hustle and bustle of the season as you step back in time to shop while experiencing Saukville’s Crossroads Museum.

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Here are some pictures of the progress on the Firehouse repair project from the week of June 15 2015.

Taken June 3 2015

In response to the challenge issued by Port Washington State Bank, we are on our way with the first donation.

The latest photo shows the many layers of paint removed, revealing the Chicago pink brick.
Note the middle section showing a repair made sometime over the more than hundred year history.
Midwest Restoration suggested that although a repair can indicate a historical timeline. However, replacing with same style and color brick restores the original integrity.

The 1912 Fire House is an ideal example of function which was likely the primary goal of construction in a rural farming community during the early 20th century.
As the building stands today, we are given insight into lifestyles of the time. A time that speaks to the beauty of practicality.

Along with housing documents, photos and artifacts relative to the area, the restored structure stands for endurance, longevity and progress.

The Saukville Area Historical Society acknowledges the support from the Village of Saukville, PWSB and personal donations by those dedicated to “saving our history”. Please donate today. As a non profit organization your gift is tax deductible.

Make checks payable to SAHS 200 N. Mill St. Box 80015 Saukville, WI 53080
Sent or dropped off to PWSB 601 E. Green Bay Saukville, WI 53080

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