A Drive Through History at Old World Wisconsin
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Event Details
Saturday, Nov 7, 2026 | 10 AM–1 PM
An Exciting New Way to Explore Old World
Experience the historic sights and sounds of Old World Wisconsin in a new way! During this narrated tram tour, you’ll journey from our Welcome Center through the streets of the Crossroads Village, past the Scandinavian Homesteads and across our Life on the Farms region—you’ll even go behind the scenes to our modern barn, the home of many endlessly cute Old World animal ambassadors. Round out your trip with a complimentary warm drink and pick up sweet and salty snacks for the ride.
A Drive Through History seeks to accommodate guests with varying accessibility needs. We ask that guests with accessibility needs complete the form available during checkout to ensure our staff can welcome all guests with appropriate accommodations.
What You’ll Experience
A new, exciting way to explore Old World Wisconsin during a narrated tram or shuttle ride
Opportunities to go behind the scenes, including a visit to the modern animal barn
Exciting Wisconsin history as told by your Old World guide
Warm drinks and fall-themed snacks, including pumpkin pie cobbler, dirt cups and more
Cost
Adult (18-64): $15
Teen (13-17): $15
Senior (65+): $10
Child (5-12): $10
Child under 5: Free
Advanced registration is required
Society members receive a 10% discount, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.
About the Location
Old World Wisconsin includes 60 authentically restored historic homes, farms, stores and workshops—and a fully operational 1930s tavern. Each region features a distinct set of stories that invite you to experience the hopes and dreams of those who came before us. From the 1840s to the 1940s, you’ll find a true panorama of early Wisconsin history, covering more than 70 years and many cultures, including African American, Danish, Finnish, Hessian, Irish, Norwegian, Polish, Pomeranian and Yankee.
Old World Wisconsin first opened in 1976. Researchers traveled throughout Wisconsin in search of historic buildings crafted by the first generation of Wisconsin immigrants and migrants. From Lake Superior to the Illinois border, and from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan, historians documented countless historic farmhouses, outbuildings and small-town structures. Once research was complete, the meticulous construction of Old World Wisconsin began. Piece by piece, workers carefully dismantled historic structures from around the state and reconstructed them in their new home.
Old World Wisconsin
W372 S9727 Hwy 67
Eagle, WI 53119
Know Before You Go & Accessibility
Onsite vehicle parking is available for FREE at Old World Wisconsin. The parking lot can accommodate large vehicles, RVs, and buses.
Modern restrooms, changing rooms, and water fountains are available on site.
Trams are open-air—guests are encouraged to dress for the weather.
A warm drink will be provided to guests for each tram ride. Snacks are available for preorder. A snack addon is $7 and includes a choice of a pumpkin pie cobbler and sweet and salty snack mix or a dirt cup with a sweet and salty snack mix.
Trams are scheduled to depart from the Welcome Center every 30 minutes from 10 AM–1 PM (10 AM, 10:30 AM, 11 AM, 11:30 AM, 12 PM, 12:30 PM & 1 PM).
Select trams are ADA accessible. We ask that guests with accessibility needs complete the form available during checkout to ensure our staff can welcome all guests with appropriate accommodations.
Accessible trams can accommodate one wheelchair each.
Guests with additional mobility needs or questions are encouraged to contact the site directly at 262-594-6301 or [email protected].
Have Questions?
For more information, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or [email protected].