Oconto County Historical Society

05/07/2026

Tonight’s the night.

The Oconto County Historical Society Speaker Series is back, and this one goes deeper than you might expect—literally.

Join us as Dr. Ryan Peterson explores ancient copper mining by First Nation ancestors and the connection to Copper Culture State Park right here in Oconto.

If you’ve ever been curious about the history beneath our feet, this is your chance.

🕕 Doors open at 6 PM | Speaker begins at 6:30 PM I 915 Park Ave

05/04/2026

There’s a story beneath our feet—and it goes back thousands of years.

On May 7, the Oconto County Historical Society Speaker Series returns with a look into ancient copper mining by First Nation ancestors in the Lake Superior region—and how it connects right here to the Oconto Archaeological Site at Copper Culture State Park.

Come curious. Leave with a whole new perspective on our local history.

🕕 Doors open at 6 PM | Speaker begins at 6:30 PM I 915 Park Ave

05/04/2026

Truly a piece of Oconto County history coming back to life for this play and with such a beautiful sounding tone. We encourage everyone to purchase your tickets for this memorable moment.
Thank you ASPI for everything you continue to do.

05/04/2026

It was a nice day to roll our 1910 Five Glass Landau Carriage out of the Beyer Home & Carriage Museum's display room for this great photo shoot of the Oconto High School Prom Court.

2026 Oconto High School Prom Court

*Special thanks to Dave Retzlaff for the help with the antique carriage*

04/28/2026

Everyone that was involved in the Kenneth & JoAnn Altergott Research Library Project; from the planning, demolition, construction, and decorating, we are all feeling proud as we see its beautiful completion!
Thank you to all involved, including Drury Designs, Inc.
A Grand Opening is in the planning stage!

04/27/2026

The Oconto County Historical Society Speaker Series returns May 7.

Learn about ancient copper mining by First Nation ancestors in the Lake Superior region and how it connects to the Oconto Archaeological Site at Copper Culture State Park.

Oconto County Historical Society Speaker Series
🕕 Doors open at 6 PM | Speaker begins at 6:30 PM

04/21/2026

After an April weather hiccup, the Oconto County Historical Society Speaker Series is back on May 7.

Learn about ancient copper mining by First Nation ancestors in the Lake Superior region and how it connects to the Oconto Archaeological Site at Copper Culture State Park.

Oconto County Historical Society Speaker Series
🕕 6 PM doors | 6:30 PM speaker

04/16/2026

Let’s try this again!

After postponing due to April weather, the Oconto County Historical Society invites you back on Thursday, May 7 for the Speaker Series with Dr. Ryan E. Peterson.

Learn about ancient copper mining by First Nation ancestors in the Lake Superior region and how it connects to the Oconto Archaeological Site at Copper Culture State Park.

🕕 6 PM doors | 6:30 PM speaker

04/15/2026

Today, All Stranz and I met with owner of Stubborn Brothers Brewery (Shawano). They have agreed to produce a commemorative Oconto Eagle Beer. The label will be based on the 1930s Oconto Eagle label. Recipe is the same as their Shawano Club Beer which is a light pilsener. Available only in six packs of aluminum cans, the initial run will be about 416 six packs sold through select retail outlets beginning sometime in May. Additional production will depend on how well the first batch is received. There are no set up fees. Thirty percent of the profits will go to the Oconto County Historical Society. With Oconto Eagle Beer, the OCHS helps celebrate the 200th anniversary of the beginning of the modern day settlement of Oconto County and 250th birthday of the USA. More details will be forthcoming.

Send a message to learn more

04/10/2026

Get ready for a night of live entertainment you won’t want to miss! 🎭✨

The Abrams Spotlight Productions Inc. is bringing another fantastic production to the stage, and tickets are on sale now!

One Month Until Opening Night!

In just one month, the curtain will rise on 1776 the Musical at Abrams Spotlight Productions!

Rehearsals are underway, sets are coming to life, and our cast is hard at work bringing the story of the United States Declaration of Independence to the stage. The passion, the debate, and the history are all coming together —-and we can’t wait to share it with you!

📅 Opening Night: May 7 and running through May 17th
📍 The Nancy Byng Community Theater

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now!
👉 Grab yours at the link below
📞 Or call the Box Office at 9
https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=aspi

Don’t wait - be there when history comes to life!

04/03/2026

Among the vehicles on display at the Beyer Home & Carriage Museum in Oconto, Wisconsin, are two of the total four electric powered autos originally owned by lumber baron W.A. Holt for his wife Lucy to commute around the City of Oconto. This very rare 1911 Waverley and 1931 Detroit Electric were high end vehicles in their day and at a cost three times higher than the typical combustion engine car.
Remember to put the Beyer Home & Carriage Museum on your places to see this summer!