Mukwonago Red Brick Museum

Mukwonago Red Brick Museum Open the 2nd and 4th Sundays, June-September, 1-4 pm
The past is present here…from Mukwonago and beyond! Arthur Grutzmacher.

Follow us on Instagram and https://www.instagram.com/mukwonagohistoricalsociety/ 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!

WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH YOUR DAD ON FATHER'S DAY? TREAT HIM TO A FREE 1-HOUR PRESENTATION ON MUKWONAGO'S FOUNDING FATHE...
06/18/2026

WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH YOUR DAD ON FATHER'S DAY? TREAT HIM TO A FREE 1-HOUR PRESENTATION ON MUKWONAGO'S FOUNDING FATHER!

FATHERS DAY - FOUNDING FATHER OF MUKWONAGO!"The Life and Time of Sewall Andrews: Founder of Mukwonago" Presentat...
06/16/2026

FATHERS DAY - FOUNDING FATHER OF MUKWONAGO!

"The Life and Time of Sewall Andrews: Founder of Mukwonago"
Presentation at 2:00pm AFTER THE PARADE
Sunday, June 21, 2026
Presented by Henry Hecker

Updated Display Cases for 2026:
- U.S. Founding Fathers: From King George to President George
- Mukwonago Celebrations: 1936 & 1976 (Parade, Ball)
- Dr. H.A. Youmans - Mukwonago's first doctor

103 Main Street, Mukwonago, Wisconsin 53149
- Across from Walgreens at Hwys 83 & ES
>Parking: Free Public Lot behind the museum & Streetside as marked
>Entrance in Front Door
>Admission is free - Donations appreciated

LOG CABIN UPDATE: Staining has begun, and the logs are like SPONGES.
06/15/2026

LOG CABIN UPDATE: Staining has begun, and the logs are like SPONGES.

Open Saturday & Sunday 1-3pm. Stop in and get Passports for both Walworth and Waukesha Counties and get them stamped th...
06/13/2026

Open Saturday & Sunday 1-3pm. Stop in and get Passports for both Walworth and Waukesha Counties and get them stamped then make your plans to head to Eagle, Old World Wisconsin, East Troy, Elkhorn and see if you can complete both Passports in 2026! I know several people who have a great start! Prizes for Passports completed by Dec 31, 2026 so lots of time to get museum hopping!

SONGS OF THE EARTH: A Native American Flute JourneyPresenter: Janice BiniokSaturday, November 14, 2026 at 1:00pmHave yo...
06/12/2026

SONGS OF THE EARTH: A Native American Flute Journey
Presenter: Janice Biniok
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 1:00pm

Have you heard the ethereal sounds of Janice's flutes? 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, joining Janice in honoring them through her music.

Tickets limited to 25 and are available for sale at the museum during open hours most Sundays starting at 1:00pm. $10 in advance, $12 at the door.

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

06/12/2026
WHAT DO YOU GET BY BECOMING A MUKWONAGO HISTORICAL & MUSEUM SOCIETY MEMBER? For as little as $10/year (membership year ...
06/12/2026

WHAT DO YOU GET BY BECOMING A MUKWONAGO HISTORICAL & MUSEUM SOCIETY MEMBER? For as little as $10/year (membership year starts June 1), you will get the newsletter and all our new Brochures mailed to you along with your personalized beautiful membership card! And you are showing all the volunteers that you appreciate all their hard work keeping history present for the Mukwonago community and beyond. Click here to become a member today!

https://mukwonagohistoricalsociety.org/membership/

06/12/2026
CHRISTMAS TREES 2024 - - FAMOUS CHRISTMAS TREESTo Americans, the Rockefeller Center tree in NYC sporting over 50,000 (...
12/27/2025

CHRISTMAS TREES 2024 - - FAMOUS CHRISTMAS TREES

To Americans, the Rockefeller Center tree in NYC sporting over 50,000 (5 miles) of LED lights is considered the most famous Christmas Tree.

Rockefeller Center Tree History: https://www.rockefellercenter.com/.../rockefeller.../...

There are many more famous trees in the US and around the world! Instead of reinventing the wheel, click below for a link to a Forbes article that shows & describes some famous Christmas Trees from around the world along with a list to scan to first see where these famous trees reside!

The Christmas Tree Lighting is on December 4, 2024 between W 48th & 51st St and 5th & 6th Ave. Join the celebration of hope that draws New Yorkers and visitors from around the world.

Address

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

Opening Hours

1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+12623636413

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