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The History Museum at the Castle, Appleton, WI

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The History Museum at the Castle

A local history museum in downtown Appleton that covers the Fox Valley and includes a Harry Houdini exhibit.

330 E. College Ave. Appleton, WI 54911 · Appleton, WI

About The History Museum at the Castle

The History Museum at the Castle sits in downtown Appleton, Wisconsin, and tells the story of the Fox Valley and the Fox Cities across three floors of exhibits. Visitors can explore a Prehistoric Wisconsin exhibit that covers millions of years of state history, plus a featured exhibit on Harry Houdini with hands-on activities. The museum also offers field trips, walking tours, and private events. It is owned by the Outagamie County Historical Society and was formerly known as the Outagamie Museum and the Houdini Historic Center.

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