Dive into the Archive @ WMM

Saturday, January 17, 2026 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm


Photo of Wisconsin Maritime Museum with SS Cobia docked.

The museum’s collection contains more than 85,000 historic artifacts, photographs, works of art, and documents--most of which are not featured in current exhibitions.

Drop in as Archives and Collections Manager Serena Stuettgen brings artifacts from collections storage out into the galleries. Learn the stories behind the objects and discover what it's like to care for the collection. 

This event is included in regular museum admission. Purchase tickets at the door (WMM members free). Admission is $20 for persons 13-64; $13 for youth 4-12; free for ages three and younger;  $17 for veterans and seniors 65+; free for active military.

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