The McFarland Historical Society

What’s coming up in the next few weeks?

For details about other 2025 events, see our Public Events Calendar.

– Every Sunday in September – Visit the Larson House Museum and the History Museum. Both have free admission and are a block apart. Free guided tours of the Larson House Museum from 1-4 every Sunday.

– Every Tuesday in September and October – Join us indoors at the Larson House Museum at 1 pm and learn to crochet a lapghan (small afghan) or work on your own independent textile project (knitting, crocheting, etc.) Note that Sept. 23rd will be moved to a different day due to a LHM rental. For questions, contact Gail at gtaaroen@hotmail.com.

– Saturday, September 27th -During McFarland Community Festival, stop by the Historical Museum from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (extended hours). From 1:00-2:00, the Wisconsin Dells Singers and Dancers will perform live. This will be followed by a demonstration by wood carver/sculptor, Gene Delcourt. While at the museum, check out our latest display showcasing the culture, lifestyles, and technologies of early Ho-Chunk society in the area now known as McFarland.

– Sunday, September 28th – Come see the History Museum before or after the noon parade. Instead of our usual hours, we’ll be open from 11:00-2:00.

See McFarland History Up Close

The McFarland Historical Society offers several free attractions in downtown McFarland, Wisconsin, all within two blocks of one another:

  • A curated history museum, Norwegian log cabin, and an annex featuring early farming displays, all located at 5814 Main Street.
  • The Larson House, a restored 1898 Queen Anne “gingerbread” house located at 6003 Exchange Street.
  • The public gardens surrounding the Larson House, free to visit anytime year-round.
  • We also sponsor a reading room at the E.D. Locke Library at 5920 Milwaukee Street.

For days/hours, links to photos of each location, and to learn about group tours, see our Visit Us page. 

 

Click on the TITLE TEXT (not the plus signs) in the images below to see examples of some recent exhibits. You can also visit our page with YouTube videos and historical photos of McFarland’s past.

Rent the Larson House for Your Next Event

Looking for the perfect venue for your next event? The Larson House Museum is available at a super affordable half-day or full-day rate.

Recent rentals have included:

  • Baby and bridal showers
  • Book club meetings
  • Birthday, graduation, and retirement parties
  • Costumed tea parties
  • Weddings
  • Murder mystery dinners
  • Class reunions

To learn more, see Rent the Larson House Museum.

Larson House museum in McFarland, Wisconsin

Membership and Donations

Want to help keep local history alive now and into the future?

  • Join the Society starting at just $15/year for an individual membership. Meet fun people and enjoy fascinating guest speakers, day trip opportunities, and a highly-anticipated Annual Meeting each March.
  • Volunteer as much or little as you want; even just an hour a year helps! You can volunteer without being a Society member.
  • Donate online, or contribute to a donation box when you visit either of our museums. Any amount is appreciated!
  • Purchase a book about McFarland history online or in-person at our museums.
  • Buy a t-shirt of Skare log cabin or the Larson House for $15 at either of our museums. Available in sizes M, L, XL.
historic image of farms in mcfarland wisconsin

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