Mukwonago Red Brick Museum

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Guided Tours the 2nd and 4th Sundays, June-September, 1-4 pm
Check the schedule for Presentation dates & topics. Arthur Grutzmacher.

The past is present here...for Mukwonago and beyond! Follow us on Instagram MISSION:
To preserve objects significant to the development and culture of Mukwonago and the surrounding areas and serve as a resource for educating the public about local history. MUSEUM FEATURES

HOUSE MUSEUM: Sewall Andrew’s 3-bedroom brick home decorated in a Victorian theme filled with furniture and items a house in the mid-1800’s would contain. NATIVE AMERICAN COLLECTIONS: North American tribe artifacts including the Grutzmacher Collection containing prehistoric stone items; the Schoewe Collection featuring Wisconsin tribe beadwork, moccasins, bowls, etc.; and the Kirkby Collection showcasing Canadian tribe fur trade era artifacts. http://www.mukwonagomuseum.org/about/american-indian-collections/

THE TRADING POST: Representative of Sewall’s General Store filled with antique food containers, outdoor implements and other items used by early settlers in everyday life and housing the museum’s gift shop. BEAUTIFUL GARDENS: Stunning grounds and gardens, a UW-Extension Master Gardener site featuring the Medicine Wheel Garden’s circle of life and heirloom gardens filled with era-appropriate flowers and foliage. MUSEUM HISTORY

Located in the heart of downtown Mukwonago, Wisconsin, the Mukwonago Museum was first established in 1967, when the Red Brick House was purchased with funds left by Mr. Built in 1842 by original Mukwonago settler Sewall Andrews, the home has been restored to a lovely Victorian house, reminiscent of the post-Civil War period with an attached cedar-lined, converted sheep barn housing an extensive, unique collection of Native American artifacts from North American tribes. For 40 years, community volunteers have staffed the museum, updated rooms, and educated guests to impart a love for history to all who visit this unique Mukwonago attraction. EVENTS, ACTIVITIES, EXHIBITS

Past events and activities include Ice Cream Socials; Fall Fest and Midnight Magic tours; Children’s Book Club; and Quilt Show participation. The Exhibit booths in the Welcome Room change annually and feature artifacts from the museum’s archives and loaned by museum. The 2014 theme is “Wiigwas – the Gift of Birch” and the 125-year anniversary of the Mukwonago Chief. Past topics include Early Settlers; modern-day items and their historical ancestors; Women’s Suffrage Movement; Native American artifacts; Mukwonago’s impact on the Civil War, WWI and WWII

WAYS TO SUPPORT US

You can help the museum by becoming a member; volunteering to clean, garden, plan and staff events; giving tours; participating in our events and encouraging friends and family to take a tour!

10/28/2026

10/17/2026

SONGS OF THE EARTH: A Native American Flute Journey
Presenter: Janice Biniok
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 1:00pm
Doors Open at 12:15pm
Seating Limited to 25 (pre-purchase recommended to reserve your spot)

PROGRAM:
Seated Presentation in Museum Lobby
Intermission
Performance in Native American Gallery (Seating Available)

TICKETS:
$10.00 Online on/before November 12, 2026 (Max: 25) - pick up tickets upon check-in
$12.00 Online Only on/after November 13, 2026 or at the door (availability not guaranteed)

Online Purchase:
www.MukwonagoHistoricalSociety.org/events/a-native-american-flute-journey/

Have you heard the ethereal sounds of Janice's flutes in the Native American Gallery? Do you wonder about the history of these flutes? Or even how Janice first heard about them and why she learned to play?

Janice will share her knowledge and passion for her flutes while including some additional instruments as she shares her journey and her music with you. After a short intermission, enjoy viewing the collections in the Native American Gallery while Janice honors them during Native American Heritage Month through her music. Seating available in the lobby and Native American Gallery.

Last date to purchase in person was Sunday, Sept 27, 2026.
Purchase online in advance to guarantee your spot - only 25 available.

LOCATION:
Mukwonago Red Brick Museum
103 Main St, Mukwonago, WI 53149
Across from Walgreens at the intersection of Hwys 83 & ES

ACCESS:
📍Free Parking in the public lot behind the museum or along streets as marked
📍Entrance through front porch
📍As with most buildings its age, the museum is not handicap-accessible - there are entrance stairs and stairs throughout the museum.

Janice's Website: https://eleventhheavensounds.com/

Janice's page: https://www.facebook.com/jbiniok

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10/16/2026

We offer two different homemade soups on Monday, October 19th! We will be serving “Stuff Pepper “ and “Loaded Bake Potato “!

10/14/2026

The Mukwonago River boasts a pristine section designated as an Exceptional Resource Water, home to diverse wildlife and fish species. Link in comments to find out more. ⬇️

10/14/2026

🎃What display will your family or group create?

10/12/2026

VICTORIAN BENEFIT TEA - Oct 10, 2026
Presenter: Sue Giese - There's a Confederate Spy Buried in Wisconsin!?!?
Beautiful table full of homemade goodies - savory & sweet!
Beautiful place settings by Kathy!
Passport & Letterbox Finishers: Sheri & Jamie (with Carole & Jenna)!
Uranium Glass Collector, 2025 Presenter Robyn Holm & mom & Mindy!

10/09/2026

Address

103 Main Street (Intersection Of Hwys 83 & ES)
Mukwonago, WI
53149

Opening Hours

1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+12623636413

Website

https://mukwonagohistoricalsociety.org/, https://www.instagram.com/mukwonagohistoricalsociety/

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