National Night Out

Poster for National Night Out 2026 on Tuesday, August 4th from 5pm-8pm at Kiser Firemans Park, 245 Brook St., Oregon, WI, 53575. The event features free food, entertainment, children's activities, booths for local businesses, and K-9 Archie. The poster includes logos for National Night Out and the Oregon Area Fire-EMS District.

Tuesday, August 4 from 5-8pmKaiser Fireman Park Visit the Historical Society booth at National Night Out! Join the Oregon community for National Night Out, an annual community-building event that brings neighbors and local law enforcement together for an evening of connection and fun. National Night Out promotes strong police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, helping make […]

Oregon Art Fair

Village of Oregon Public Art June 20 Art Fair from 9am-4pm

Saturday, June 209am-4pm, Triangle Park and Downtown Oregon The Village of Oregon is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Village of Oregon Art Fair, Saturday, June 20th, 2026, in Waterman Park in historic downtown Oregon. This local event coincides with the installation of new sculptures that will be placed in and around the Village of […]

America 250 Commemoration Showcase

A poster for the "America 250 Commemoration Showcase" at Oregon High School on July 4, 2026. The event features live readings of famous American speeches and documents, displays of student research, and interactions with the Declaration of Independence. It is a free community event supported by the Oregon Area Chamber of Commerce.

Saturday, July 410:00am-1:00pm, Oregon High School Commons Celebrate America 250 with the Museum of Student Research and the Oregon Area Historical Society and Museum with this free community event! On Saturday, July 4 join us in the Oregon High School Commons (enter through Door 1 or Door 10).  Live readings of famous American speeches and […]

Ice Cream and Pie Social

Ice cream and pie social June 16

Tuesday, June 16 from 6-8pmMadsen Memorial & Waterman (Triangle) Park The Oregon Area Historical Society is hosting its annual Ice Cream and Pie Social! Pies, cookies, ice cream, and treats will be sold starting at 6pm. All proceeds go to the Oregon Area Historical Society. The Oregon Community Band concert will begin music at 7. […]

Give Local at Culver’s

Donate while you dine give local with cheeseburger, cheese curds, and a milkshake

Monday, May 4 from 4-8pm Oregon Culver’s 1075 Park St, Oregon, WI 53575 On Monday, May 4 from 4-8pm, enjoy tasty Culver’s Food and support Oregon Area Historical Society & Museum! Volunteers from the Society will be delivering food to tables and a percentage of sales will be donated to OAHS.  Add to Calendar

Annual Memebership Meeting

Annual Membership Meeting Notice

UPDATE:  We are still planning on hosting our Annual Membership Meeting on Sunday from 12-2pm.  Looks like the snow will hold off until after our meeting.   ———- Sunday, March 15, 2026 from 12-2pm It’s time again for our Annual Membership Meeting. We will host a catered lunch and a presentation of the History of the […]

Museum Reopens for 2026

Museum open every tuesday and the first saturday of the month

Welcome to 2026! All of us at the Museum hope you had a wonderful holiday. The Museum is open again our normal hours which are every Tuesday from 10am-3pm and the first Saturday of the month from 9am-12pm. When the Museum is open, you can explore our exhibits at your own pace or talk with […]

Museum Closed from December 14-January 2

Closed from December 14 to January 2

The Museum will be taking its regular winter hiatus from December 14 through January 2. The Museum will be open our regular 1st Saturday of the month on Saturday, January 3rd. See you there! < Back to Events Page

Christmas at the Museum: The Musical

Christmas at the Museum the Musical

Saturday, December 1310am-3pm Join us for our 5th annual Christmas at the Museum. This year we will have guest musicians joining us throughout the day. Free event, donations welcome! We invite families, history enthusiasts, and Christmas lovers of all ages to experience the magic of the season. Museum Tours Holiday Refreshments Demonstration of the Player Piano […]

Downtown Trick or Treat

Downtown Oregon Trick or Treat

Friday, October 3110am-12pmDowntown/Waterman Triangle Park Look for the pumpkins on business doors participating in the Trick or Treat in Downtown Oregon! Enjoy family fun activities at Waterman Triangle Park. Face painting Food trucks Games Music and more! Stop by the Oregon Area Historical Society booth. See you there!  Back to Events