EXHIBITS
The Driftless Historium Museum is an award winning Interpretive Center telling the story of Southwestern Dane County from pre-history to modern day. Over 4,000 square feet of space is dedicated to sharing the lives of our rich cultural heritage. The story is told through carefully chosen artifacts, documents and photographs from the Society's extensive collection.
Come and share the fun and learn about the unique Driftless Area of Wisconsin.
Come and share the fun and learn about the unique Driftless Area of Wisconsin.
Temporary Exhibit “Creators, Collectors & Communities” - starting June 3, 2017 for ca. 1 year.
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“Creators, Collectors & Community: Making Ethnic Identity through Art” is an exciting partnership between MHAHS and UW-Madison Professor Dr. Ann Smart Martin and her Material Culture students, with funding generously provided by a 2016 Major Grant from the Wisconsin Humanities Council. In addition, the exhibit development team benefits from the expertise and input of UW Professors of Folk Culture Drs. James Leary and Janet Gilmore, UW-Madison Technology Consultant Steel Wagstaf, Exhibit Designer Nadia Niggli and longtime MHAHS collector and volunteer curator Brian Bigler.
The exhibition aims to create a thoughtful and layered multi-media experience that examines the evolution of ethnic identity in Southwestern Wisconsin. From folk art carefully transported here by the area’s first immigrant residents, to the folksy troll statues that dot Mount Horeb’s Main Street, the area’s ethnic evolution is traced via the creative expression and craft of local artists and artisans.
Additionally, Dr. Martin’s students have researched specific artifacts and will be using their findings to develop a multimedia, interactive “e-book” that will be featured in the exhibit. Companion exhibit catalogs will be available for those who prefer a print experience.
The exhibit will be augmented by four demonstrations days and related artwork displays by local artists who utilize a variety of mediums. MHAHS will draw upon artists associated with the Mount Horeb Area Arts Association. The demonstration days will be family friendly, and provide opportunities to engage youth with an art activity station.
The exhibition aims to create a thoughtful and layered multi-media experience that examines the evolution of ethnic identity in Southwestern Wisconsin. From folk art carefully transported here by the area’s first immigrant residents, to the folksy troll statues that dot Mount Horeb’s Main Street, the area’s ethnic evolution is traced via the creative expression and craft of local artists and artisans.
Additionally, Dr. Martin’s students have researched specific artifacts and will be using their findings to develop a multimedia, interactive “e-book” that will be featured in the exhibit. Companion exhibit catalogs will be available for those who prefer a print experience.
The exhibit will be augmented by four demonstrations days and related artwork displays by local artists who utilize a variety of mediums. MHAHS will draw upon artists associated with the Mount Horeb Area Arts Association. The demonstration days will be family friendly, and provide opportunities to engage youth with an art activity station.
Permanent Exhibit (under construction - opening Spring 2018)
Driftless Area
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Construction on going
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Subject signs
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Communication Exhibit
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In July 2018, the Driftless Historium premiers its permanent exhibit in the renovated 2000 square foot exhibit hall, located in the facility’s north wing.
A year and a half in the making this fascinating walk through history will take visitors on a journey from the great glaciers to the present. Along the way meet American Indians, miners, innkeepers, farmers, cheese makers, sports men, preachers, school teachers, shop keepers, tourists and Civilian Conservation Corps participants as you discover their stories through words, documents, photos, and hundreds of artifacts.
The exhibit incorporates all levels of the museum experience from diorama settings, hands on stations, interactive questions, and media outlets.
Watch for our grand opening!
A year and a half in the making this fascinating walk through history will take visitors on a journey from the great glaciers to the present. Along the way meet American Indians, miners, innkeepers, farmers, cheese makers, sports men, preachers, school teachers, shop keepers, tourists and Civilian Conservation Corps participants as you discover their stories through words, documents, photos, and hundreds of artifacts.
The exhibit incorporates all levels of the museum experience from diorama settings, hands on stations, interactive questions, and media outlets.
Watch for our grand opening!
